Job Title: Adjunct Professor - Cybersecurity
Posting Number: 9001952
Position Type: Adjunct Faculty
Department: Computer Info Tech
Location: Online
Pay Rate: $670/load unit
Special Instructions: Subject to a criminal background check. Employee must reside in Texas or Oklahoma. Resume and unofficial transcript required in addition to the application. Online classes expected.
Equal Opportunity Employer: North Central Texas College (“NCTC”) is an equal opportunity employer. NCTC does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, disability, age, genetics, equal pay, or any other legally protected characteristic. NCTC prohibits harassment based on a legally protected characteristic and/or retaliation for reporting a complaint.
Job Summary
This position carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of North Central Texas College in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment while embracing positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to our students and employees.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administrative Responsibilities: 1) Meets class as scheduled. 2) Follows departmental policy for class cancellations. 3) Starts and ends class consistently on time. 4) Maintains appropriate records of grades/attendance and submits required reports to the Division Chair and Registrar on time. 5) Posts office hours and is available to students during that time. 6) Makes an appropriate syllabus available to students and Division Chair in a timely manner. 7) Is well organized and prepared for each class.
- Instructional Responsibilities: 1) Maintains college level rigor and requires a high level of academic excellence from students. 2) Uses an appropriate variety of instructional methods to enhance learning. 3) Develops appropriate tests, projects and/or other evaluation activities for courses taught. 4) Considers Student Course Evaluations in the improvement of instruction. 5) Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with students. 6) Provides appropriate feedback on student assignments. 7) Encourages an atmosphere in which students may ask questions, offer opinions, and express ideas.
- Institutional Responsibilities: 1) Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with colleagues and other college personnel. 2) Participates in departmental meetings and activities. 3) Serves on college committees. 4) Attends and participates in college in-service, workshops, and activities.
- Professional Responsibilities: 1) Keeps abreast of developments in the subject area and in instructional techniques. 2) Participates in professional development activities. 3) Shares ideas and materials related to the teaching field and/or pedagogy with colleagues. 4) Participates in Peer Classroom Observation Program.
- Academic Advising Responsibilities: 1) Advises students regarding class scheduling, degree planning, and gives appropriate career advising. 2) Posts and maintains scheduled office hours.
- Treats students and colleagues with respect.
- Active involvement in issues of institutional effectiveness including student learning outcomes, program level outcomes, and marketable skill achievement.
- Focuses teaching and outreach efforts on student success.
- Other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change based on the needs of the department and the institution.
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Networking Security, Computer Networking, or related discipline OR Associate Degree in Computer Networking Security, Computer Networking, or related discipline and three years’ work experience in the area of assigned instruction.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Exhibition of respect and professionalism in a spirit of collegiality.
- Ability to promote an effective environment for learning in lecture and lab experiences.
- Knowledge of online delivery methods, principles and techniques.
Preferred Experience
- 4+ years’ related work experience.
- Community College and or Public School teaching experience.
- Online curriculum development and online teaching experience.
Application Documents
Required Documents:
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript
Optional Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Certificate
- Professional License