Computer Science Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Fresno City College

State Center Community College

Fresno (CA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 61,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading community college in California seeks a part-time Computer Science Instructor to join their faculty pool. Responsibilities include teaching core Computer Science courses and supporting a diverse student body. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to equity-minded teaching practices, along with relevant academic qualifications.

Qualifications

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.
Experience teaching Computer Science and working with diverse populations is desirable.
Demonstrated effective communication with students and staff.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in Computer Science, primarily in discrete mathematics and programming.
Teach in various settings including evenings and online courses.
Fulfill all standard instructor duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Knowledge in Computer Science

Teaching Experience

Communication Skills

Equity-minded Practices

Engagement with Diverse Populations

Education

Master’s in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s and Master’s in related fields (Mathematics, Engineering)

California Community College Credential

Job description

Computer Science Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Fresno City College

Title Computer Science Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Fresno City College

Campus Location

Campus Location Fresno City College

Start Date

Essential Functions of Position

The ideal candidate will share Fresno City College’s commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. We currently enroll over 24,000 students in which 54% are Latinx, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 5% are Black/African American, 23% are White, 1% American Indian/Alaska Native, and 6% are multiracial. FCC is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The successful candidate will join a department dedicated to the use of curriculum responsive to the students it serves.

Providing instruction in Computer Science on the Fresno City College campus and/or at off-site community campus locations, the instructor will be responsible for:

Primarily teaching the Computer Science courses of discrete mathematics for computer science, programming concepts and methodologies (C++), programming concepts and methodology II, computer organization and assembly language programming, and other computer science courses as assigned;
Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, on-line or off-campus; and
Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s in computer science or computer engineering;

OR
Bachelor’s in either of the above AND Master’s in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting or engineering;

OR
Bachelor’s in engineering AND master’s in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration;

OR
Bachelor’s in mathematics AND master’s in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration;

OR
Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND a master’s degree in information science, computer information systems, or information systems;

OR
A valid California Community College Credential;

OR
The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.

( NOTE : Courses in the use of computer programs for application to a particular discipline may be classified for minimum qualifications purposes, under the discipline of the application.)

Desirable Qualifications

Experience teaching Computer Science;
Knowledge in the area of Computer Science;
Knowledge and awareness of current theories and methodology for teaching STEM courses;
Experience working with a diverse student population;
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff;
Related work and professional experience;
Recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
Potential for contribution to institutional vitality and growth; and
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.

Salary and Benefits

Starting rates are $45.49 – $61.78 for lecture, $38.67 – $52.55 for lab, and $38.30 – $52.05 for non-instructional. Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours.

Selection Procedure

The selection and hiring process will be explained by the hiring department if the candidate is extended an opportunity to interview.

Additional Information

Additional Information about the Position

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* At the time of application, are your qualifications/degree(s) listed on your transcripts written EXACTLY as stated in the Minimum Qualifications section of the job announcement? NOTE: If not, you must answer yes when asked if you would like to petition for equivalency (next question).
- Yes
- No
* Would you like to petition for equivalency based on your education and/or experience including knowledge and skills gained from informal activities?NOTE: If your qualifications do not exactly match the minimum qualifications stated in the job announcement and you fail to petition for equivalency, your application will be considered incomplete.
- Yes
- No
If yes, please describe your exceptional experiences, backgrounds or degrees which would be equivalent to the stated degree(s) or experience requirements.
(Open Ended Question)

* Do you possess degree(s) earned from an institution outside of the United States? NOTE: If yes, you will be required to upload an evaluation service assessment (foreign transcript evaluation). A list of some available assessment agencies can be found at www.ed.gov under the National Council on the Evaluation of Foreign Academic Credentials section. Please upload under Optional Evaluation Service Assessment. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
- Yes
- No

Required Documents

Transcripts (Unofficial copies accepted - must indicate conferred degree(s) that support the minimum qualifications)
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Interest

Optional Documents