Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Adjunct Instructor

Adjunct Instructor – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Part-time Description

Schedule - Class schedule works well even if you already have a daytime job.

Work from Home (WFH) - Remote work must be performed while residing in California, New Mexico or Florida. CIAT Campus Locations:
San Diego, CA and Albuquerque, NM

Reports to
:
Associate Dean
- Cloud Administration Program

Status
:
Non-Exempt

Employment Type
:
Variable-Hour (Part-Time)

Summary

California Institute of Applied Technology (CIAT) is growing and seeks educators and professionals with a passion for mentoring others. CIAT prepares students for professional success by offering practical training in today’s most competitive technology fields to make sure students are job-ready. With a large selection of courses, flexible schedules, and an online campus, we aim to empower the working student. We are laser-focused on student success, whether just starting out, making a career change, or transitioning into civilian life.

Teaching

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning and engagement
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students via a synchronous online format (Microsoft Teams)
• Current certifications in subjects taught

Mastery Of Subject Matter

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline
• Connect their subject matter with related fields
• Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops

Adhering To College Policies And Procedures

• Ensure Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student grade record information
• Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional quality, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures
• Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in new projects
• Adhere to CIAT business casual attire; clothing should be neat, clean, and without rips or holes (polo shirts permitted)

Requirements

• Information Technology Instructors must provide official transcripts of bachelor’s (or higher) degree and active/current certification in the subject being taught
• General Education Instructors must provide official transcripts of bachelor’s and master’s (or higher) degrees that include at least 18 units on the subject being taught
• At least three years’ experience in the respective field OR two years of teaching experience
• Advanced subject matter expertise preferred in:
  Python programming and data science libraries (Num Py, Pandas, Matplotlib, Scikit-learn), AI/ML fundamentals (supervised/unsupervised learning, NLP, and gen AI concepts), and familiarity with Azure AI services and/or other cloud-based AI platforms (e.g. AWS, Google Cloud)
• Synchronous online teaching preferred
• Effective presentation skills
• High level of flexibility, creativity, and dependability
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications including Microsoft Teams Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as learning technologies such as Canvas
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask
• Problem solving skills, with a sense of urgency and ability to engage with colleagues across departments
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective lesson plans for diverse learners
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Compliance with all college policies, including academic integrity and instructional delivery
• Adherence to CIAT’s compliance requirements to ensure all federal,…