Computer Science Instructor

Florida Polytechnic University • JD Alexander Florida Polytechnic Main Campus, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Florida Polytechnic University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-equivalent Instructor of Computer Science, beginning August 2027. The instructor will teach introductory programming (C and Python), Object-Oriented Programming (C++), Data Structures and Algorithms, and may teach other courses in computer science, cybersecurity, and information technology. The role includes collaboration with colleagues on coordinated multi-section courses and coordination of a multi-section course when assigned. The instructor will maintain current Canvas course sites, complete course-related administrative work on schedule, teach sections scheduled across the full day—including possible 8:00 a.m. and evening sections—and contribute to department and University service.

Florida Poly faculty hold renewable, multi-year appointments under a collective bargaining agreement. Instructor initial appointments are three years, and reappointment and promotion are based on comprehensive reviews. Teaching takes place in small, applied and project-based classes. Faculty may also participate in industry collaboration, applied research, and commercialization.

Requirements

• Master's or doctoral degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or a closely related field, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in computer science.
• Experience teaching college-level computer science, cybersecurity, or information technology as the instructor of record.
• Evidence of effective college-level teaching.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching in or coordinating multi-section computer science, cybersecurity, or information technology courses.
• Use of active learning or other evidence-based teaching practices.
• Experience developing course materials, common assessments, or instructional resources.
• Experience supporting students who arrive with a wide range of background preparation in programming.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory programming courses in C and Python, Object-Oriented Programming in C++, and Data Structures and Algorithms.
• Teach other courses in computer science, cybersecurity, and information technology curricula as opportunities arise.
• Collaborate with colleagues in coordinated, multi-section courses and coordinate a multi-section course when assigned.
• Maintain current course sites in Canvas.
• Complete course-related administrative work on schedule.
• Teach sections scheduled across the full day, potentially including 8:00 a.m. and evening sections.
• Contribute to department and University service.

Benefits

• Health benefits, including medical and life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plan options, including a required state plan and additional voluntary retirement plans.
• Discounts and perks.
• Annual leave, including up to 22 accrued days for qualified employees.
• Paid holidays.
• Annual sick leave, including up to 12 accrued days for qualified employees.
• Sick Pool Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level