Instructor, BAT Artificial Intelligence - Adjunct Pool

Houston Community College•Houston, TX

About The Position

Provide expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses in accordance with accepted higher education standards, teach students using effective methodologies, and provide engagement and support activities that encourage learning. Instructional Faculty responsibilities include teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service. The incumbent may teach a maximum load of 9.75 contact hours per week each semester in areas of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in department, division, and college activities. Courses may be taught at different times, locations, and modalities to meet institutional program needs. The role also includes student advising, maintaining course and student records, professional development, and activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

Requirements

Master’s degree or 18 graduate-level credit hours in a STEM-related field, such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or another related science major.
Three years of industrial experience in one or more of the listed areas: Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence/AI-ML, Deep Learning, Cloud Computing, Applications Development, Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, System Support, Databases/Fulfillment, Storage, Electrical Systems, Software Design/Development, Programming, or Robotics.
Willingness and ability to teach day or evening classes at multiple sites around the city.
Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software.
Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication ability.
Good organizational and planning skills.
Sensitivity to students from different academic and socioeconomic backgrounds and to students with disabilities.
Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
Self-discipline and ability to effectively manage others.
Submit a copy of the transcript conferring the required degree and certifications with the application.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate in one of the specified STEM-related fields.
Real-world experience beyond machine learning in one or more of the following: virtual systems, operating systems, assembly language, programming languages (especially C++, Python, R, Java, Objective-C, Azure, or Swift), cloud computing, reverse engineering, computer networks, information security, digital forensics, risk analysis and mitigation, or policy development.
AI industry credentials, including AWS or Google credentials.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in the assigned discipline and demonstrate relevant teaching expertise or knowledge.
Improve instructional quality by reviewing and using innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
Develop and use course and laboratory syllabi consistent with college, discipline, and departmental guidelines, and submit a copy to the department chair.
Plan and use varied teaching methods and materials appropriate to course objectives and students’ differing educational backgrounds, experiences, and learning styles.
Evaluate student progress toward course objectives and communicate progress in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate student records and submit required reports and forms within requested timelines.
Review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks and learning materials.
Teach at a variety of times, locations, and modalities in response to institutional needs.
Develop and maintain a Learning Management System shell for each assigned course.
Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously and, where appropriate, assist the chair with routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.
Use classroom technology competently and explore new instructional methodologies.
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
Provide student access through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods; advise and assist students on instructional or program-specific issues during class and office hours.
Establish annual professional growth objectives in consultation with the department chair and keep current with developments in the discipline.
Learn technologies that support student learning and participate in the department-required annual evaluation process.
Adhere to HCCS policies and procedures and participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.