Adjunct​/Per Course Faculty, Computer Science; Summer​/Fall

Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Computer Science (Summer/Fall 2026)

Missouri State University-West Plains is searching for adjunct faculty to teach Computer Science courses, including Python, C++, data structures, computer architecture, and related subjects.

• Location:
  
  West Plains Campus
• Term:
  Summer/Fall Semester (per course faculty only)
• Start Dates:
  Summer – 06/01/2026;
  Fall – 08/17/2026

• Deliver lectures, labs, and tutorials in the scheduled format (day, evening, online, blended).
• Grade student work promptly and accurately, submitting attendance and grades by the required deadlines.
• Be available to assist students with course‑related matters.
• Complete course assessments and participate in required training.
• Attend required faculty meetings and undertake professional development activities.

• Master’s degree (or equivalent professional experience) in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience, preferably at the college level.
• Knowledge of core Computer Science content such as Python, C++, data structures, and computer architecture.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Current authorization to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

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