Adjunct, Introduction to Programming

Position Summary: Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned based on disciplinary needs, educational background, and experience. Adjunct faculty develop and/or present course materials as requested by their supervisor and evaluate student progress in adherence with the core learning outcomes of assigned courses. Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to College requirements, work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community, and use varying teaching styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.

• Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant and scholarly and artistic tools and practices available in the discipline.
• Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of critical essential communication skills.
• Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.
• Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
• Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy.
• Submit syllabi and other instructional materials in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular communication with students and, when appropriate, use the Student Success Alert notification process.
• Assess student work in a timely manner and submit course grades by the posted deadline.
• Online course instructors will respond to student email inquiries within 24-36 hours.
• Use the FCC email account provided to communicate with the College, faculty, staff, and students. Share this information with their students.

• Experienced computer science professional (software engineer, current or former) with a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD program in Computer Science.

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All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e‑mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2027.

For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Dr. Joshua M. Paiz at jpaiz or 301‑624‑2804.

Frederick Community College is an equal opportunity employer that values campus diversity in students and staff. It prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Frederick Community College encourages members from historically under‑represented groups to apply.