LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE; COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS INSTRUCTOR - NETWORKING
About The Position
Lanier Technical College is seeking a full-time, FLSA-exempt, benefits-eligible instructor for its Hall and Forsyth County locations. The instructor will support delivery of courses in the Computer Information Systems Technology (CIST) program, with an emphasis on Cisco Academy courses in the networking specialization pathway. The position is available now and reports to the Dean of Advanced Technology & Engineering. Under general supervision, the instructor develops program and course outlines, goals, objectives, lesson plans, and syllabi; teaches credited technology courses; evaluates student progress; maintains supplies, equipment, certifications, documentation, and administrative reports; and supports recruitment, retention, and job placement. The instructor also participates in program industry advisory meetings, collaborates on curriculum and equipment planning, and coordinates with the program director on CIST projects and initiatives. The instructor must be able to deliver courses in different modalities, including onsite, online, and hybrid, and may work flexible hours and teach at multiple campuses as needed. Courses may cover computer concepts, networking fundamentals, Cisco networking, switching, routing, wireless, enterprise networking, security, automation, and connection networks.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a closely related field, with at least 18 semester hours of Computer Information Systems coursework.
- Cisco Certified Academic Instructor (CCAI) credential.
- Must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for assigned courses.
- Ability to work flexible hours and teach at multiple campuses as needed.
- Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory, academic course standards, Lanier Technical College’s academic programs, and the mission of postsecondary technical education.
- Skilled in operating computers and job-related software programs.
- Effective oral and written communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle teaching-related administrative responsibilities, data collection, and reporting for licensing and accreditation agencies and the College.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and professional attire.
- Skill in preparing and delivering classroom content.
- Ability to work and communicate cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a closely related field, with at least 18 semester hours of graduate-level Computer Information Systems coursework.
- Three years of work experience in networking environments.
- Previous post-secondary teaching experience.
- Previous online teaching or training experience, including use of a Learning Management System (LMS).
- CompTIA Net+, Security+, and/or A+ certifications.
Responsibilities
- Develop program and course outlines, goals, and objectives.
- Prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction in credited technology courses.
- Develop syllabi that meet program and school objectives.
- Evaluate student progress toward goals and objectives.
- Request and maintain supplies and equipment, and prepare budget requests as requested.
- Maintain program certification requirements, as appropriate.
- Prepare and maintain required documentation and administrative reports.
- Assist with program recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts.
- Participate in bi-annual program industry advisory committee meetings.
- Work with the local advisory committee to review curriculum, identify equipment needs for industry training, and formulate a plan of action.
- Coordinate with the program director on CIST program projects and initiatives as directed.
- Develop curriculum and deliver courses in computer concepts, networking fundamentals, and Cisco networking topics.
- Deliver classes in onsite, online, and hybrid modalities.
Benefits
- Choice of retirement plans: Georgia State Employees’ Pension and Savings Plan or Teachers’ Retirement System.
- Health and flexible benefits insurance options.
- Sick leave accrual of 10 hours monthly.
- Annual leave accrual of 10 hours monthly.
- 13 paid state holidays.
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