CIS Instructor

Alabama Community College System; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Calhoun Community College in Alabama invites applications for a CIS Instructor to provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in computer information systems while following college guidelines and ACCS policies.

The posting specifies a nine-month assignment with a salary range on the ACCS Salary Schedule D1 and a potential summer assignment. The role requires an active master’s degree with IT-related graduate hours and recent IT/cybersecurity/programming experience.

Qualifications

• Masters degree with 18 graduate hours in information technology, computer information systems, MIS, CS, or related field from an accredited institution is required.
• Recent experience with information technology, cybersecurity, programming, system administration, model-based systems engineering, or systems engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in computer information systems.
• Evaluate student progress according to institutional criteria.
• Maintain accurate class records including grades and attendance.
• Teach in traditional, hybrid, or web formats based on student demand.
• Prepare materials, syllabi, program outlines, and course scheduling as requested.
• Promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.

Skills

Information technology

Cybersecurity

Programming

System administration

Model-based systems engineering

Education

Masters degree in IT/CS

Tools

Python

Job description

Posting number: 08587

Department: CCC-205170-Computer Science

Job classification: CIS Instructor

Posting type: Open

Categories: Higher Education, Faculty, Instructor, Faculty - Other, Teacher

Summary

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of computer information systems. The instructor will adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Alabama Community College System policy.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule D1: $48,454 – $98,138 (9 months)
An additional summer assignment may be available: $14,959 – $30,351 (3 months)
(Salary placement within this range is determined by your academic credentials and documented years of full-time related work experience)

Examples of duties

1. Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.
2. Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
3. Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grade reports, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and other information to the appropriate offices.
4. Teach at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day or evening, at all sites, in the traditional classroom, hybrid or web format.
5. Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, course scheduling, and catalog material.
6. Participate in scheduled in-service activities, Honor’s Day, and Graduation ceremonies.
7. Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.
8. Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.
9. Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
10. Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
11. Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work. Maintain assigned office hours.
12. Continue as competent instructor in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
13. Promote positive and productive relationships with service area businesses, industries, and agencies;
14. Provide advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the instructional program;
15. Serve on institutional, local, and/or statewide committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution or program when appointed or when elected;
16. Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and State Board Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.
17. Perform all duties with professionalism.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of a Masters’ degree, with at least 18 graduate semester hours in information technology, computer information systems, management information systems, computer science, computer engineering, systems engineering, or related field from an accredited institution is required.
2. Recent experience with information technology, cybersecurity, programming, system administration, model-based systems engineering, or systems engineering, either in the workplace, as an instructor, or as a student is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments

1. Possession of industry certifications from major vendors such as CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, VMware, OMG, or others;
2. Working knowledge of and hands‑on experience with the Python programming language;
3. Experience in the use of current classroom educational technologies;
4. Successful teaching experience;
5. Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction;
6. Experience in conducting synchronous and asynchronous online instruction;
7. Effective oral and written communication skills;
8. Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required;
9. An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system,
10. Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
11. Previous experience using Blackboard, or other course management software;
12. Ability to deal effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public;
13. Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds;
14. Successful problem solving skills.
15. Understanding of the broad range of students' abilities in an open-admissions college and the ability to accommodate varied learning styles;
16. Conscientious- care about how work is done and desire to do a good job;
17. Initiative- responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work;
18. A focus on detail;
19. A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to students;
20. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that knowledge;
21. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs;
22. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
23. Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.

Supplemental information

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT: In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify

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Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling [phone], or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (
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