Adjunct Instructor- Cybersecurity/Networking

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is looking for an Adjunct Instructor in Cybersecurity/Networking to teach courses and mentor students. Candidates should possess a master's degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in Computer Science and have a minimum of two years of teaching experience.

The role involves creating effective learning environments and providing timely feedback to facilitate student learning across various course modalities, including face-to-face and online. Weatherford College is committed to equal opportunity and inclusivity in the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field with teaching certification.
• Two years of teaching experience in Cybersecurity or related fields.
• Two or more years of non-teaching industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Cybersecurity/Networking effectively.
• Create effective learning environments for different modalities.
• Provide timely feedback and assess student performance.

Skills

Face-to-face instruction

Hybrid course delivery

Online instructional capability

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related

18 graduate semester credit hours in Computer Science

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Cybersecurity/Networking

This position is designated as a security-sensitive role and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males ages 18‑25 must be registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment. Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination.

Position Summary

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applicants who are selected will be added to a pool from which the hiring manager will draw as needed when openings arise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned (face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or dual credit).
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Provide instruction in both traditional and non‑traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation.
• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications in a timely manner.
• Assess student performance and submit final grades in a timely fashion.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior, be available to students by appointment, attend adjunct faculty meetings, assess courses on departmental and institutional levels, complete required training, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: A master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a related field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in Computer Science is required. Transcripts, certificates, and/or licenses must be submitted with the application.

Experience: Two (2) or more years of non‑teaching industry experience and two (2) or more years of teaching experience in Cybersecurity or Computer Science fields.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Each adjunct faculty member must be able to:

• Instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses.
• Provide instruction that achieves the specific goals and objectives of all assigned courses.
• Create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory.
• Communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers and public groups.
• Treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
• Exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources.
• Observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Weatherford College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information in educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.