Adjunct Professor - Cybersecurity

North Central Texas College; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

North Central Texas College invites applications for an Adjunct Professor - Cybersecurity to teach online courses. The incumbent must reside in Texas or Oklahoma, and employment is subject to a criminal background check.

The role emphasizes commitment to the college mission, student learning outcomes, and professional engagement within the Computer Info Tech department. The position requires maintaining rigorous college-level instruction, delivering online courses, and contributing to academic

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Meets class as scheduled and adheres to departmental policies
• Maintains grades/attendance records and submits reports on time
• Posts office hours and is available to students during those hours
• Provides an appropriate syllabus to students and Division Chair promptly
• Uses college-level rigor and varied instructional methods to enhance learning
• Develops tests, projects, or other evaluation activities for courses taught
• Communicates effectively with students and provides timely feedback
• Participates in departmental meetings and college committees
• Keeps abreast of developments in the subject and pedagogy, and participates in professional development
• Advises students on class scheduling and degree planning and maintains office hours
• Treats students and colleagues with respect
• Engages in institutional effectiveness initiatives and student success efforts
• Other duties as assigned by department or institution

Skills

Oral and written communication

Basic computer skills

Professionalism

Learning environment design

Online delivery knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS Networking/Security

Associate degree + 3 years’ experience

Job description

Hiring Requirements

Subject to a criminal background check.

Employee must reside in Texas or Oklahoma.

Online classes expected.

Pay rate – $680/load unit.

Title

Adjunct Professor - Cybersecurity

Position Type

Adjunct Faculty

Department

Computer Info Tech

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.

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of course and program objectives and to contribute to the overall educational environment of the college and community and to provide related services such as academic advising, committee participation, professional development, community development as well as other service support that is needed in the fulfillment of the North Central Texas College’s Mission.

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.

Posting Date

02/17/2025

Location

Online

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.