Instructor - Computer Science (Part-Time)

Mt. Hood Community College; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon, seeks a Computer Science Instructor to provide high-quality instruction in various computer science courses. The role includes developing learning outcomes, participating in college activities, and creating an inclusive environment. Candidates should possess a master's degree in computer science or software engineering and ideally have teaching experience. This position promotes collaboration and support for student success while maintaining a strong pedagogical approach.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science or related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in programming or software engineering preferred.
• Prior experience teaching at the college level is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of community college computer science courses.
• Create a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
• Participate in college service and activities outside direct instruction.

Skills

Teaching online courses and utilizing necessary technology

Engaging students from diverse backgrounds

Managing student outcomes

Education

Master's degree in computer science or software engineering

24 graduate credit hours in the subject area

Job description

Job Summary

Provides high quality instruction in computer science so that each student may meet learning outcomes. Works with the dean and colleagues to improve student learning experiences. Primarily teaches courses related to non-major introduction to computer science, C++ object oriented programming, C++ data structures, discrete structures, and computer architecture/assembly language, but may be assigned other instructional responsibilities as determined by the dean.

Essential Duties

• Teaches a range of community college computer science courses including, but not limited to, object oriented programming, data structures, discrete structures, C++, and computer architecture.
• Creates a learning environment for students inclusive of diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff from other departments and divisions to promote communication, coordinate programs, and support student success.
• Prepares clear learning outcomes for each course and informs students of learning outcomes in a course syllabus.
• Participates in college service and activities outside direct instruction, such as registration, curriculum development, advising, strategic planning, and educational assessment.
• Assists in outreach activities and support student recruitment, placement, and retention.
• Helps advance the role and goals of a comprehensive community college.
• Posts and keeps office hours to be available to students for assistance outside the classroom.
• Teaches at least one evening section per year as needed.
• Keeps professionally current by participating in professional development and other activities; maintains current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation.
• Maintains active liaison with high schools, universities, business and industry or external agencies and assists the dean with program advisory committees as appropriate.
• Completes instructional duties, reports, and paper work assigned by the dean in a timely manner.
• Attends division, department, and committee meetings and in-service programs.
• Incorporates, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning, laboratory and office environments.
• Maintains and emphasizes safe working conditions and practices.
• Complies with all Board policies and administrative regulations.

Additional Duties

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Education: Master's degree in computer science or software engineering or 24 graduate credit hours in the subject area.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum (2) years of work experience in programming or software engineering
• Prior experience teaching at the college level

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to teach online courses and utilize necessary technology
• Ability to manage and engage students from diverse backgrounds and skill levels in the classroom, laboratory, and field environment
• Ability to manage student outcomes related to all classes taught
• Ability to teach courses in accordance with college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines
• Knowledge of appropriate teaching methods and documentation

Working Conditions and Important Information

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an indoor classroom or office environment.

Salary Placement

Initial salary placement for Instructional Load Credit (ILC) Instructors will be based on applicable education and/or years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College, per the guidelines in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. Initial salary placement for all other newly hired instructors will be at Level 1.