Part-time Instructor: Computer Science

Pikes Peak State College • Colorado Springs, CO

150d • $67

About The Position

Part-time instructor positions (as defined by State Board Policy, BP 3-10) exist to create and maintain a teaching and learning environment that empowers students to be successful. Part-time instructors work under the direction of their respective Department Chair, Associate Dean, or Executive Dean. Pikes Peak State College maintains a pool of qualified part-time instructors. Part-time instructors will be selected to support departmental requirements. Part-time instructors may be employed to teach courses, conduct presentations or other service activities when current instructors and faculty are not available. Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment. All work must be performed in the State of Colorado.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or programming related field from a regionally accredited institution OR Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in programming.
• Documented experience programming in low-level and/or high-level languages, such as C, C++, C#, VB.NET, Java, Python or Assembly.
• Three years of industry experience in programming, information technology or systems analysis and design.
• Teaching or training experience.
• Experience with various operating systems (Windows, Linux, UNIX, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to demonstrate or articulate a commitment to serving underrepresented populations or populations affected by societal inequities.

Nice To Haves

• Documented experience working with diverse learning populations.
• Advance experience with Python programming.
• Documented experience with database systems and SQL, such as Oracle, PL/SQL, MySQL, MS SQL or Access.
• Documented experience using Learning Management Systems, such as Blackboard, Campus, Desire-2-Learn or Moodle.
• Documented experience in Web development software, such as HTML5, CSS, PHP, Javascript, Node.js, JSP, NetBeans or ASP.
• Experience with secure programming software development.

Responsibilities

• Meeting all scheduled classes/labs/clinics and providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the college and the Department Chair's approved course outline.
• Using teaching methods and media designed to reach students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds to allow each student the opportunity to master the objectives of the course.
• Informing students of course requirements through a course syllabus, including: specific objectives, means of attaining objectives, and methods of instruction and grading.
• Evaluating students on a continuing basis to allow them to be aware of their own progress.
• Participate in department and/or college level assessment of student learning outcomes in general education and career/technical courses and programs as required.
• Recommending instructional materials, textbooks, appropriate instructional equipment, and the Library supportive reference materials.
• Maintaining and submitting records as required by policy and procedures.
• Promoting affirmative action equal opportunity concepts within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
• Maintaining required credentials, licenses, certification as appropriate, and proficiency and up-to-date knowledge in the subject matter area.
• Demonstrates a commitment to teaching.
• Uses appropriate and various teaching strategies.
• Uses flexible approaches in teaching for learning.
• Acknowledges differences in learning styles and motivation.
• Encourages students to achieve goals.
• Relates coursework to real life experiences.
• Maintains a positive and empathetic attitude towards students.
• Organizes subject matter, course materials, and objectives.
• Communicates effectively.
• Maintains knowledge of and enthusiasm for both the subject matter and teaching.
• Maintains current and relevant syllabus, following State guidelines when indicated.
• Reviews and updates course materials.
• Uses evaluation methods related to and appropriate for course content.
• Informs students in writing, of the objectives of the course content.
• Uses supplemental resources in addition to textbook or other course materials.
• Participate in all aspects of department and/or college level assessment of student learning outcomes in general education and career/technical courses and programs as required.
• Meets classes as scheduled for prescribed time.
• Submits required reports and documents.
• Seeks to maintain a high quality of instruction by remaining current on discipline specific and pedagogical issues.
• Collaborates with colleagues in a professional manner.
• Uses communication techniques that foster collegiality when problem solving.
• Works to resolve conflicts in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
• Contributes to the promotion of an excellent educational climate within the college as a whole, as well as within the division and department.
• Assist, as requested, with the development of the term class schedule and the college catalog.

Benefits

• $67.58 per contact hour.
• Participation in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Master's degree