Adjunct Instructor- Information Technology [Wise County Campus]

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Information Technology department at the Wise County Campus. The role involves teaching courses, mentoring students, and creating effective learning environments across various modalities including face-to-face, hybrid, and online.

Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field with 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline. Preferred qualifications include industry and teaching experience in Computer Basics and Business Computer Applications. The position promotes a commitment to equal opportunity and requires a background check.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s degree or equivalent with required credit hours.
• Experience in teaching Computer Basics or Business Computer Applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Mentor students in and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Mentoring students

Instruction in various modalities

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline

Job description

Adjunct Instructor- Information Technology (Wise County Campus)

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly 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 regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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. Applying for an adjunct appointment would add the applicant to a pool which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as needed basis. If review of your qualifications results in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom. The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned. Teaching modalities may be face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Hours vary, depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction. All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Required Education

All faculty members must provide minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) credential standards which normally include an earned Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in the teaching discipline. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.

Preferred Education

A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or related field with 18 graduate hours in Computer Science.

Required Experience

None specified.

Preferred Experience

Two (2) or more years non‑teaching industry experience. Two (2) or more years teaching experience in Computer Basics and/or Business Computer Applications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.
• Mentor students in and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned.
• 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 promptly.
• Assess student performance, including submission of 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 any required training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Each adjunct faculty member must demonstrate the ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives associated with 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 upon 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; and observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Special Instructions

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly 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 regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that 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.