Adjunct - Computer Information Technology Program Job McAllen area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Job Description

SUMMARY South Texas College is a comprehensive institution, which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the College.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Mastery of Subject Matter:

Demonstrates a thorough and accurate knowledge of the field or discipline
Possesses appropriate educational/professional credentials to teach in field or discipline
Attempts to connect subject matter with related fields
Maintains currency in subject matter through professional development

Teaching Performance:

Plans and organizes instruction in ways which maximize student learning
Effectively employs teaching and learning strategies that promote student engagement
Modifies instructional methods and strategies to meet students’ needs
Effectively employs available instructional technology when appropriate
Encourages the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments
Effectively communicates subject matter content to student
Contributes to the selection and development of instructional materials

Evaluation of Student Learning:

Participates in the development, implementation, and assessment of departmental student learning outcomes
Develops and uses evaluation methods, which fairly measures student progress toward outcomes
Evaluates and expeditiously returns student work to promote maximum learning
Maintains accurate records of student progress
Submits final grade rosters and supporting documents according to established deadlines

Support of College Policies and Procedures:

Maintains familiarity with and adheres to College Policies and Procedures
Fulfills requirements of Faculty as set forth in the letter of employment
Maintains regular office hours to ensure accessibility to students and colleagues
Prepares, distributes, and submits syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program, division and College procedures
Prepares and submits Financial Aid Attendance Rosters, Census Rosters, Progress Reports and Learning Outcome Data, by the respective deadlines each semester
Assures confidentiality

Participation in College, Division, and Program

Activities:

Serves on College, divisional, and program committees, teams and task forces as assigned.
Attends meetings and events as required by College administration.
Participates in professional activities which contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents
Responds in a timely fashion to information requests from College and division administrators and program chairs
Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with students, colleagues, and supervisors
Assists the chair in developing, reviewing, and revising curriculum

Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs:

Participates in student advising
Maintains familiarity with College goals, mission, and long-range plans
Contributes to planning and development processes through appropriate channels
Performs professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, mission, and plans of College, division, and program
Facilitates recruitment and retention of students

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess appropriate academic preparation

Must be able to provide official transcripts and/if transcripts are earned from a foreign teaching institution, then must be able to provide an evaluation indicating that this education is equivalent to or beyond the qualifications required This evaluation must be from an approved evaluation service

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Commitment to the community college philosophy of education

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Applicant must meet the STC credential requirements as per Board Policy DBA — Employment Requirements and Restrictions:
Credentials and Records located at https://pol.tasb.org/Policy Online/Policy Details?key=632&code=DBA#local

Tab Content Master in Computer Science or related field from a regionally accredited institution. Ph.D. in Computer Science is preferred. Fluent in Programming Language such as C++, Python, and C#. Knowledge of Advanced Networking and Advanced Cybersecurity tools.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or…