Cyber Security & Networking Instructor

Instructor Cyber Security & Networking

Position

Purpose:

Under the direct supervision of the Dean, performs the following functions as per the professional bargaining unit contract:
Provide instructional services;
Perform academic advising activities;
Engage in continuous professional development in both teaching and discipline-specific theory and practice;
Participate in department activities;
Participate in new student enrollment activities (recruitment, registration, Discover Hocking, and Showcase);
Participate in Academic Affairs and other institutional activities;
Maintains a safe working area and conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides instructional services:
  Assist with development of course outcomes and curriculum which are consistent with Academic Affairs, department, and technology/program goals; convey course outcomes and expectations to students according to college policy; organize and manage instructional activities; use appropriate learner-centered instructional methods; provide evaluation methods appropriate to state outcomes; evaluate student learning in a fair manner; posts and maintains sufficient office hours compatible with student schedules;
  
  maintain accurate records of evaluation and course work including attendance; submit grades as required and on time; regularly seeks feedback on course delivery and student learning; participate in college evaluation system of instructional services; revise/update courses regularly.
• Performs student academic advising activities:
  Assist with the recruitment and placement of students; encourage students' involvement in the advising process; maintains sufficient advising hours compatible with student schedules; meet with advisees at least twice per semester and as often as needed; advise students having difficulty in class/clinical work; maintain appropriate advisee files; direct students to appropriate department and College resources; maintain confidentiality; periodically evaluates graduation progress and completions.
• Engages in continuous professional development in both teaching and discipline-specific theory and practice:
  Formulate and implement goals for growth; identify own professional development needs consistent with the mission of the College, Academic Affairs, and department; maintain or attain appropriate certification, licensure, or credentialing; seek appropriate resources to meet goals for continuous improvement; participate in department, Academic Affairs, and College faculty/staff development programs.
• Participates in department activities:
  Work cooperatively with others to accomplish the goals of the department and technology; share expertise and materials with other department members; work constructively to resolve individual and department concerns; actively participate in technology and department activities and meetings; follow departmental policies.
• Participates in Academic Affairs and institutional activities:
  Is familiar with the mission and philosophy of Hocking College; follows Hocking College policies and procedures; promote a positive working relationship across technology, department, and community lines; participates in Academic Affairs and institutional activities and committees; participate in student enrollment activities (recruiting and registration); contribute to the assessment of student academic achievement.
• At all times maintains a safe working area and conditions.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned, which should not be over 10% to 15%.

Qualifications – Education, Experience, and

Skills:

• Master's Degree in an Information Technology field with five (5) years industry experience and/or Cisco certifications.
• Certified as Cisco System Instructor.
• Working knowledge of operating systems and a variety of software packages, as well as, knowledge of networking concepts including network operating systems, network security, networking hardware, routers, and routing concepts.
• Experience in teaching at the college level.
• Experience with online education.
• Degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher…