Assistant Teaching Professor - CIS

University of Arkansas System•North Little Rock, AR

20h•Onsite

About The Position

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Full-time faculty are professionals with the responsibility of providing a quality learning experience for UA - Pulaski Technical College students. Faculty perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning. The successful hire will teach Computer Information Science courses as assigned.

Requirements

Hold degrees, certifications and licenses from institutions accredited by agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education such as the Higher Learning Commission or from institutions with comparable status, certification or recognition in other countries.
Bachelors degree in CIS, IT or related field.
Be the Networking subject-matter expert, staying current in content areas and knowledgeable about industry/discipline academic along with preparing students for the workforce upon graduation.
Possess competence and experience to develop, revise, implement and assess the curriculum to ensure that students are acquiring current knowledge, including familiarity with technology used in classroom settings.
Ability to utilize web-based educational technology.
Flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend classes.
Possess a thorough knowledge of the teaching field, a commitment to high academic standards, a dedication to student success, and excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of teaching experience at the college level and preferably in a community college setting involving a diverse student body.
Ability to provide evidence or show potential for effective teaching and demonstrate an ability to work with diverse populations.
Ability to teach a diverse range of courses.
Possession of a terminal or doctorate degree.
Masters degree in CIS, IT or related field.
Current CCNA certifications plus certifications in one or more of the following: Linux, A+, Network+, MCSE, CCENT, Server +, Security +.

Responsibilities

Teaching Computer Information Science courses as assigned, including 30 credit hours at the undergraduate level per academic year.
Maintaining office hours and establishing a campus presence in accordance with UA-PTC Campus Presence Policy 623.
Advising a caseload of students in the discipline or in a related or general field of study.
Actively and consistently participating in orientations, professional development workshops, all mandatory or required training, events, and meetings, such as commencement and convocation.
Establishing and maintaining positive, collaborative working relationships with students, colleagues and staff.
Demonstrating a willingness to use contemporary educational techniques and technology.
Maintaining skills or knowledge required for the discipline.
Utilizing syllabus, timeline of class curriculum and other information to present information in a timely manner for the success of students.
Arranging for the acquisition and preparation of appropriate materials and equipment in a timely manner necessary to meet course objectives.
Providing prompt and accurate records of assessments and final grade reports.
Demonstrating consistent professionalism with students and commitment to working cooperatively with campus personnel to fulfill the Mission of the College.
Reviewing and selecting the textbooks and/or other materials needed for each course taught.
Actively communicating, maintaining, and collaborating with the Advisory Committee for the discipline (if applicable) and incorporating their feedback as appropriate.
Completing all required reports, including but not limited to, course-level or program-level outcomes assessment, and academic program review, within the prescribed time frame.
Performing other duties as assigned by the department chair, school dean, or Provost.
Actively participating in non-instructional campus responsibilities (considered service to the College), such as shared governance committee work, scholarship review committee or reader, appeals committee assignments, awards committee, participation in department, school, or campus wide initiatives, representing the college at recruitment and other community events, serving as an advisor for a registered student organization, etc.
Developing assessment of student learning and departmental programs.
Committing to developing and following institutional and departmental policies or procedures regarding classroom/laboratory safety.
Committing to student success and retention.