Information Technology Instructor – IT & Cybersecurity

Hallmark Institute of Photography; Mississippi; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance and certifications

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hallmark Institute of Photography in Mississippi seeks an Information Technology Instructor to teach IT hardware and software concepts and applications. You will deliver structured lessons, supervise projects, assess student progress, and ensure classroom compliance with academic standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in IT, 5+ years of experience, and relevant certifications, with strong presentation and mentoring skills, ability to engage adult learners, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an Information Technology related field.
• 5+ years of professional work experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaching IT hardware and software concepts and applications to students.
• Testing students to gauge their development.
• Support after-class student assistance as needed.
• Meeting deadlines for grade submissions and required duties.
• Be a mentor to the students.
• Assure company and government compliance is maintained in your class.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Skills

4+ years IT experience

A+ Certification

CCNA

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Cybersecurity certifications (CEH/CHFI

Presentation & communication

Teaching/Training

Education

Master’s degree in IT

Tools

Windows Server 2012/MCSE

Linux/Unix

Job description

Position Summary

Our dynamic and growing programs are what set us apart. Each teacher, administrator, and staff members are essential to providing excellent service and producing graduates to be the preferred industry provider of IT professionals. The optimal Information Technology Instructor will be responsible for teaching students IT hardware and software concepts and applications.

Essential Responsibilities

• Utilizing the training syllabus, equipment, and learning materials to give the best learning experience to our students.
• Testing students to gauge their development.
• Support after-class student assistance as needed.
• Meeting deadlines for grade submissions and required duties.
• Be a mentor to the students.
• Assure company and government compliance is maintained in your class.Support campus initiatives.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Minimum 4 years hands on experience in computer networking, computer information system, computer science or related industry.
• Experience and knowledge with at least one certification in A+ Hardware and Software, CCNA, CCNA IQT, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, Windows Server 2012/MCSE knowledge and certifications, and/or LAN/WAN/Enterprise and Linux/Unix experience.
• Experience and knowledge in Cyber Security with certifications in CEH, CHFI, SSCP, and/or CISSP.
• Proven group and one-on-one presentation, communication, and organization skills.
• Exceptional social and customer focused skills.
• Documented successful classroom teaching experience at the post-secondary level, or equivalent private industry experience, is a plus.
• Professional certification in respective area of instruction.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an Information Technology related field
• 5+ years of professional work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD, EdD, or terminal degree in an Information Technology or related field.

Professional/Public Activities

• Continuing professional development
• Attend informational webinars and potential conferences.
• Mandatory Participation in the Hallmark Character Program: All employees are required to actively engage in this program to embody and promote our core values.
• Participate in all department and university meetings and all faculty development meetings.
• All full-time faculty are required to participate in the University commencement ceremonies, to include wearing regalia from the college/university of which the degree was received. (Twice Yearly-Spring and Fall, Saturdays).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan Generous paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Educational incentives, including tuition assistance and support for professionalcertifications
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Career growth and advancement opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment

Job Features

Full Time