Computer Systems Networking Instructor (Field 500094) Part Time Limited

Greater St. Cloud; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Greater St. Cloud seeks a Computer Systems Networking Instructor to provide temporary teaching coverage during a faculty sabbatical in St. Cloud, MN. Teaching 2–16 credits, in-person, with typical Monday–Friday class times.

The role emphasizes inclusive curriculum, collaboration with colleagues, and designing curriculums to reflect current networking trends while supporting student success in a community college setting.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in a computer or information technology field.
• Experience: Four full-time years in networking, network administration, cybersecurity, or forensics.
• Recency: One year of this experience within the last five years; teaching experience may waive recency.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning in classroom and lab settings.
• Collaborate to maintain an inclusive, equitable learning environment.
• Design and revise curriculum to meet evolving networking trends.
• Support SCTCC's mission and engage in college committees.
• Collaborate with faculty to build local industry partnerships.

Skills

Networking

Cybersecurity

Cisco Instructor

D2L Brightspace

Curriculum design

Equity-minded

Bilingual

Communication

Education

Associate degree in IT

Job description

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Computer Systems Networking Instructor (Field 500094) Part Time Limited

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, System Office

• Saint Cloud, MN Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
• September 24, 2026

Details Posted: Unknown

Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota

Salary: 24,800.00 - 52,800.00 USD Annual

St. Cloud Technical & Community College (SCTCC) is seeking qualified, student-centered instructors to provide temporary teaching coverage during faculty sabbatical. These assignments offer the opportunity to support academic excellence, engage with motivated learners, and contribute to program continuity during the sabbatical period. This position represents SCTCC’s commitment to serving its community by partnering and investing in students as they attain the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to serve the Saint Cloud and surrounding communities. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a commitment to creating an inclusive curriculum and environment where students from our community will thrive.

This position is a limited, part‑time position teaching from January 6 2027 to May 14 2027. This position teaches in‑person classes that can be split between candidates, teaching between 2 and 16 credits. Class times vary but are typically held Monday through Friday.

Primary Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning in both classroom and lab settings.
• Collaborate with colleagues and students, to cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive learning environment.
• Design and revise the curriculum to meet the needs of ever‑changing Computer Systems Networking trends.
• Carries out SCTCC's Mission to “provide the education, training, and support necessary for equitable participation in our society, economy, and democracy.”
• Engage in college committees and activities in support of SCTCC's vision to serve as “a community of learners rooted in meaningful relationships where everyone belongs and thrives.”
• Provide holistic support designed to foster student success and the development of students' engagement in lifelong learning.
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues to build and maintain local industry partnerships.

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter addressing the applicant's experience and the preferred qualifications listed in this announcement
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degrees

Initial Salary Placement Range: Salary ranges from $1379.50 to $2302.81 per credit, and is dependent on qualifications of candidate (Based upon qualifications, view 2025 - 2027 MSCF Contract for additional information) and number of credits assigned per semester. Number of credits to be covered: 16 for Spring Semester 2027.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Requirement – Associate degree in a computer or information technology field.
• Occupational Experience Requirement – Four full‑time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in networking, network administration, cybersecurity, or forensics.
• Recency Requirement – One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full‑time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Preferred Qualification

• Qualified Cisco Academy Instructor for one or more of the following Courses: IT Essentials; Introduction to Networks; CyberOps Associate
• Experience integrating simulation‑based learning technologies into curriculum
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level, preferably at a two‑year college
• Prior experience using D2L Brightspace platform or equivalent information management system
• Demonstrated commitment to quality instruction and continuous improvement
• Ability to apply equity‑minded practices to support the academic success and engagement of students from diverse backgrounds and with varied abilities and interests
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and peers
• Experience in curriculum development at the professional level
• Effective planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual/multilingual in Spanish, Somali, French, Hmong, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities

Other Requirements

• In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• A job offer may be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: – Criminal Background Check – Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only) – Employment Reference Check – Conflict of Interest Review.

Employment eligibility

The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

This position is in person with classes that can be split between candidates, and class times vary but are typically held Monday through Friday. The successful candidate(s) will collaborate with the program dean to determine the final schedule.

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About St. Cloud Technical & Community College's (SCTCC) Mission and Student Experience Statement

Along with Minnesota State's Equity 2030 initiative, are the bedrock of SCTCC's strategic initiative to eliminate educational inequities across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geographic location. It is our belief that an antiracist and antidiscrimination ethos is necessary for advancing social justice and equity. Every individual has intrinsic value and our differences enrich our community.

About Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, System Office

With its 31 institutions, including 24 two‑year colleges and seven state universities, the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system is the largest single provider of higher education in the state of Minnesota. The colleges and universities operate 54 campuses in 47 Minnesota communities and serve about 250,000 students in credit‑based courses. Overall, the system produces about 33,500 graduates each year. In addition to credit‑based courses, the system offers customized training programs that serve about 153,200 employees from 6,000 Minnesota businesses each year. The law creating the system was passed by the Minnesota Legislature in 1991 and went into effect July 1, 1995. The law merged the state's community colleges, technical colleges and state universities into one system. The system is separate from the University of Minnesota.