Adjunct Faculty in Computer Information Systems - Hybrid, Arlington, VA Campus

Strategic Education; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Adjunct Faculty member for Computer Information Systems courses. This dynamic role combines in-person and online teaching, fostering a strong faculty-student relationship while enhancing the curriculum with technology. Ideal candidates will possess a doctorate in a relevant field and have a commitment to academic excellence. Join a team that values mentorship and inspires students to develop a lifelong love of learning. If you're ready to make a difference in the academic community, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Computer Science or related field is required.
• Teaching experience at the college level is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level Computer Information Systems classes.
• Provide high-quality instruction and maintain office hours.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Oral Presentation Skills

Time Management

Academic Technology Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Doctorate in Computer Science or related field

CompTIA Security+ Certification

ISC2 SSCP Certification

Job description

Provides quality education and maintains high standards of academic excellence in teaching assigned courses in the discipline. The Adjunct hybrid faculty roles teach assigned courses in person and asynchronously online. This role also maintains office hours as assigned.

NOTE: Applications must include copies of ALL unofficial transcripts to receive full consideration.

Campus Location: Arlington, Virginia Strayer Campus

Address: 2121 15th Street North, Arlington, VA 22201

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Strayer University is seeking a dynamic Adjunct Faculty member to join our academics team. We are currently in search of a passionate professor for undergraduate and graduate-level Computer Information Systems classes for the upcoming Spring quarter, starting April 7th in a hybrid format. The hybrid format is described as teaching the course in both the in-person and online modalities. This role requires 11 in-person meeting sessions for 2 hours every week held at a predetermined scheduled time (day/evening) at a specific Strayer University Campus. The balance of the course is instructed asynchronously online.

Strayer Adjunct Faculty are not just instructors; they are also coaches and mentors. Our faculty members strive to ignite a life-long love of learning in our students and to be flexible with their diverse learning styles. We believe in a strong faculty-student relationship and building a community in the classroom.

• Teach courses as assigned from a pre-designed curriculum and utilize your professional expertise to provide high-quality instruction.
• Enhance the strength and effectiveness of the curriculum using technology and videos.
• Arrive on-campus at least half an hour prior to the start time of in-person sessions per week during the academic quarter.
• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the student learning experience for the online component of the course.
• Be available to students via email, phone, text, and office hours to ensure students receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.
• Establish high standards and ensure students understand how they will be evaluated.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Attend faculty meetings and workshops or training as required.

Job Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) software and overall computer skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning, and organizing of course objectives.
• Must have strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.

Work Experience:

• Teaching experience at the college level and online teaching experience are strongly preferred.
• Professional experience in the areas of Cyber Security, Information Assurance, IT Security, Computer Security or Forensic Management is required.

Requirements for the Following Courses:

• CIS502: Theories of Security Management: ISC2 SSCP or other ISC2 certification is required.
• CIS333: Networking Security Fundamentals: CompTIA Security+ or TestOut equivalent is required.

Education: All degrees must be conferred and from an accredited institution to be considered.

• Doctorate degree in Computer Science, Computer Security, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Information Assurance, etc. is required.

• CompTIA Security+ or TestOut equivalent Certification and/or ISC2 SSCP or other ISC2 certification required.

Certificates, licenses, and registrations:

• Professional certification in discipline specialty (if applicable).

Other:

• Must be able to travel weekly to the required location(s).

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

• Typical office setting.

• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.

• Travel via plane, car, and metro may be required to perform this job.

• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant.

• Access information using a computer.

• Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.

• Effectively cope with stressful situations.

• Strong mental acuity.

• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.

• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.