Part-Time Adjunct Faculty, Computer Information

NWACC • Springdale, AR

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About The Position

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers. NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success. Qualified part-time instructor(s) needed for the Computer Information Systems program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College. A “pool” of qualified applicants is needed who can teach PT in the following areas: • Computer Programming • Computer Networking, including Cisco courses • Web Design • Microsoft Office Applications Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly and to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year. Job Description Prepares materials for instruction and presentations. Explains subject concepts utilizing a variety of teaching methods and strategies. Develops your classroom management plan and shares with the students. Provides classroom instruction on demonstrating skills, assess student progress, and corrects any unsafe or poor techniques. Utilizes Success Planner to track daily attendance. Meets deadlines for reporting and grades. Maintains grade sheets for documentation. Rate of pay: $765 per credit hour Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience with leadership at a community college or educational institution is a plus. Demonstrated teaching ability is the top priority. Instructional experience and leadership experience at a community college is a priority. Ability to use an on-line platform. On-line delivery of instruction, use of technology for instruction, and experience or interest in project based, service learning, or inquiry based learning will be given special consideration. Physical Requirements: Frequently: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Sitting Standing Walking Constantly: Hearing Repetitive motion Talking Environmental Conditions The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Required Qualifications A minimum of a Master’s Degree in the field at time of application (or Master’s degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in business). Three years teaching experience preferred. NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy. NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and the surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, it offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training that can lead to careers in business, computer science, art, communications, culinary, nursing, construction and more. NWACC faculty and staff are committed to the success of our students and helping them develop intellectually, personally and interpersonally. NWACC professors are exceptional scholars who mentor traditional and nontraditional students within a campus and online environment that values and encourages diverse perspectives and ideas. Northwest Arkansas is one of the most economically stable regions in the nation and serves as the base of operations for Walmart, Tyson Foods Inc., and J.B. Hunt Transport Services. Their close proximity to the college offers opportunities for internships, career training and post-graduation employment, as well as access to world-class art, culture and entertainment. Arkansas’ Ozark Mountains also offer wonderful outdoor experiences and hiking trails within a short drive of the college. With its strong economy, beautiful surroundings and high-end amenities, Northwest Arkansas is also often ranked by publications as one of the nation's best places to live. With its steady growth in population, it's on track to soon become one of the nation’s 100 largest metropolitan areas. Such growth has increased cultural diversity, as well as opportunities to support various cultural events, cuisine, businesses and services. NWACC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, and welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in the field at time of application (or Master’s degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in business).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with leadership at a community college or educational institution is a plus.
• Demonstrated teaching ability is the top priority.
• Instructional experience and leadership experience at a community college is a priority.
• Ability to use an on-line platform.
• On-line delivery of instruction, use of technology for instruction, and experience or interest in project based, service learning, or inquiry based learning will be given special consideration.

Responsibilities

• Prepares materials for instruction and presentations.
• Explains subject concepts utilizing a variety of teaching methods and strategies.
• Develops your classroom management plan and shares with the students.
• Provides classroom instruction on demonstrating skills, assess student progress, and corrects any unsafe or poor techniques.
• Utilizes Success Planner to track daily attendance.
• Meets deadlines for reporting and grades.
• Maintains grade sheets for documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees