Adjunct Instructor (Cyber Security)

Neumont University; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Neumont University is seeking adjunct faculty to teach in person in Cyber Security and related technologies. Instructors will mentor students, develop leadership skills, and deliver project-based learning using Neumont's active-learning methodology.

The roles require a bachelor’s degree in a tech field and CS experience; teaching experience is a plus. Courses run 5–10 weeks, with AM/PM options and grading outside class time.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher degree in computer science or a related field.
• 4 years of CS related experience or 8 years of CS related experience without a CS degree.
• Teaching experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work within the US without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Implement best practices in teaching and project based learning.
• Submit all new teaching materials to Neumont vault upon completion of each course.
• Work with supervisor to identify areas for personal development and course improvement.
• Utilize feedback from mid quarter and end of quarter evaluations to improve teaching.
• Identify innovative teaching methods to solve curricular problems.
• Teach material defined in the course description and syllabus.
• Maintain and meet the listed student learning goals.
• Utilize the Neumont LMS to keep an updated syllabus course materials and grades.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Active learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

HTML

JavaScript

SEO

CMS

MERN

MEAN

ReactJS

Angular

CSS

Bootstrap

Job description

As a Neumont University instructor you will develop leadership and mentoring skills that will enhance your career It can be a very rewarding experience as you see students start to understand complex subjects and gain confidence in their abilities Neumont is looking to fill multiple adjunct faculty positions to teach in person in the following area Cyber SecurityNeumont University is looking for tech individuals with in industry experience to teach the following technologies HTMLJavascriptSEOCMSMERNMEANJAMLAMPReactJSAngularCSSCNet Web ApplicationsBootstrap or similarSystem architectureimplementation and supportSystem business case modelingUX designData Design

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors or higher degree in computer science or a related field
• AND 4 years of CS related experience or 8 years of CS related experience without a CS degree
• Teaching experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work within the US without company sponsorship

LOCATION

In person on campus

TIME COMMITMENT

Courses begin October 5 2026 and are 5 to 10 weeks long depending on the courseWe make classes work around full time work schedules as we offer AM and PM classesAdjuncts may spend up to 10 hours a week outside of class doing grading and familiarizing themselves with the curriculum This time commitment lessens once they get the hang of teaching

ADVANTAGES TO BEING A NEUMONT FACULTY MEMBER

Improve the lives of students from across the nation through the power of educationOpportunity to give back through educating the next generation of tech expertsExperience the light turn on in your students eyes as you teach and they experience true understandingBe a part of a computer science institution that focuses on creating software engineers that can DO not just theorizeDevelop your teachingmentoring skillsFaculty at Neumont University are responsible for educating students in accordance with the Neumont teaching methodology which focuses on active learning and engaging students in the learning environment Faculty members are also responsible for grading and providing valuable feedback to students in a timely manner mentoring students in groups or individually evaluating curriculum adapting coursework and materials as necessary to meet student learning needs and other activities related to effective instruction

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO

• Implement best practices in teaching and project based learning
• Submit all new teaching materials to Neumont vault upon completion of each course
• Work with supervisor to identify areas for personal development and course improvement
• Utilize feedback from mid quarter and end of quarter evaluations to improve teaching
• Identify innovative teaching methods to solve curricular problems
• Teach material defined in the course description and syllabus
• Maintain and meet the listed student learning goals
• Utilize the Neumont LMS to keep an updated syllabus course materials and grades
• Provide a safe learning environment for students
• Answer and deal respectfully with student complaints and problems
• Use effective assessments that measure student learning
• Provide timely and accurate feedback to students assignments exams projects etc

FAQ

Ive never taught before am I qualified to teach We hire industry professionals and help them learn how to be good teachers Our project based curriculum means fewer lectures and more hands on practice Instructors must have at least 4 years of industry experience and a bachelors degree in a tech related field An additional 4 years of outstanding experience and contributions to the field may be substituted for a formal degree Do I have to develop the curriculum You will use curriculum that has been developed and refined by previous Neumont instructors We expect that you will share your individual perspective and experiences with the students to supplement the formal curriculum Does Neumont offer online courses No Our classes are in person as it makes for a better teachinglearning experience What is the process to get started All instructors will go through a formal application process which includes a short teaching demonstration We will verify your work experience and educational credentials

NU is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws Neumonts Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at httpswwwneumonteducampus safety under the Student Life section This report is required by federal law to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school The policy statements address the schools policies procedures and programs concerning safety and security You may also request a paper copy from the Vice President Student Affairs