Computer & Network Technology Adjunct Position (ONLINE)

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Texas is seeking a part-time instructor to develop and teach classes in automotive technology. The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree and has industry experience, with a preference for those having teaching experience. Responsibilities include maintaining course standards and providing engaging learning environments. Documents required for application include a resume, cover letter, and transcripts.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in automotive technology is preferred.
• Willingness to teach various times and methods.
• Ability to maintain an appropriate learning climate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach classes in automotive technology.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field.
• Provide students with written expectations.
• Provides students with written expectations (syllabi, policies, assignments, graded evaluations)
• Administers tests including a comprehensive final to measure objectives
• Affirms the worth and dignity of all learners and their right to learn
• Maintains a conducive learning climate in traditional, web, or distance formats
• Prepares adequately for class and arrives promptly for meetings and labs
• Delivers material clearly and understandably
• Addresses student concerns via office hours and electronic communications
• Handles routine department operations as delegated by the chair

Skills

Teaching skills

Knowledge in automotive technology

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Computer & Network Technology

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Position Status: Part Time

Department: School of Business and Industry

General Summary

Develops and teaches classes in various aspects of automotive technology.

Specific Position Duties

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field;
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the college;
• Utilizes appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners;
• Provides students with written expectations, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations, etc.;
• Administers tests which are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives;
• By various ways and means of instructing students, affirms the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn;
• Maintains an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, web, or distance, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity;
• Prepares adequately for class and arrives promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities;
• Delivers material in a clear and understandable manner;
• Addresses student concerns, i.e., comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other suitable means;
• Effectively handles routine procedures necessary for the successful, day-to-day operation of the department as delegated by the department chair;

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Computer & Network Technology or related degree; Industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer & Network Technology or related degree; At least one year of teaching experience.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Odessa College is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.