Instructor - Information Technology Academics

Erie Community College; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Erie Community College's Information Technology department seeks a full-time faculty member to teach IT courses, develop syllabi, and assess student learning outcomes. You will provide office hours, advise students, and contribute to departmental goals.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience; a Master’s degree is preferred. Proficiency in Oracle DB, PL/SQL, Java, and SQL is expected; Oracle Academy certification is required within 18–24 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college level.
• Oracle Academy certification required within 30 days of hire or as per policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach department courses and evaluate student performance.
• Prepare course syllabi and motivate learners.
• Provide office hours and student advising; participate in committees.

Skills

Teaching

Oracle DB

PL/SQL

Java

SQL

Networking design

Windows OS

MS Office

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Oracle Academy certification

Job description

Department:Information TechnologySalary/Hourly$49,116.00 AnnualUnion/Position Status:FFECC Teaching FTPosting Closing Date:November 23, 2026Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the evening before the posting closing date.Please note that the posting will close at midnight (12:00 AM) on the posting closing date.JOB DESCRIPTIONBENEFITS TO BEING A FULL-TIME FACULTY MEMBER HERE AT SUNY ERIE:HEALTH CARE PLANS – Health insurance coverage available for physician services, dental, prescription, hospital care; plus wellness incentive program and health reimbursement cardRETIREMENT PLANS – New York State retirement, plus options to participate in tax shelter annuities, deferred compensation, voluntary retirement savingsOPPORTUNITIES FOR PRE-TAX ACCOUNTS – Flexible spending accounts, adoption services, dependent care, and individual premium reimbursement accountsTUITION REIMBURSEMENT – SUNY Erie tuition waivers and SUNY B140 tuition reimbursementSALARY INCREMENT & RANK ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES – Advance towards tenure and rank increases according to current contractAMPLE TIME OFF – Summers off, winter and spring breaks, holidays, personal and sick time, bereavement leavePROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – Regular internal professional development events and offerings, funding available for conferences and travel, participation in seminar offerings, business and industry visits, utilize campus library resources, tasks forces, committees, communities of practiceWORKPLACE WELLNESS – Access to campus gym facilities, employee wellness events, enjoy campus library resources, cancer screening time off, onsite vaccination clinicsEMPLOYEE ASSISTANT PROGRAM (EAP) - Confidential and voluntary assistance to employees and their family members (financial concerns, legal issues, alcohol or drug problems, marital problems, emotional worries, child-care problems, etc.)INTRINSIC VALUE – Be a part of an innovative and vibrant faculty and staff community—and make a difference in the lives of our students!DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:Faculty teach department courses and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Faculty report to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit. Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons and student learning activities. Faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College.TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subjectProvides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s)Prepares course syllabi which motivate and engage studentsAligns learning activities with Departmental course outcomesEvaluates student’s performance based on course learning outcomesAssists students as faculty advisor and holds office hoursProvides tutorial help to studentsServes on departmental, unit, and college committeesProvides as appropriate learning environment for studentsRespond to students and provide students with assistance and guidanceResponsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environmentAdheres to all College policies and follow the process as outlined in the Student Code of ConductFulfills all duties as required in the FFECC Collective Bargaining AgreementKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment. Knowledge of academic discipline; ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies; use of instructional technology where appropriate; experience with computerized student record management; ability to develop educational programs; ability to teach effectively at the college level; initiative and resourcefulness; industry and dependability; ability to work in a team and collaborative environment; effective communication skills; experience teaching a diverse student body; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s Degree & 5 years relevant experienceAbility to supervise student work.Demonstrated technical competence in 3 or more of the subject areas offered: program languages, networking (design, configuration, hardware & infrastructure), hardware & software, AI, cybersecurity, relational databases (design, development & management), project managementPREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:Teaching experience at the college level.Master’s DegreeSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Experience in teaching at the College level preferred.Candidate must be able to teach courses in the following Programming Languages: Visual Basic (Studio), Oracle DB, PL/SQL, and Java, and SQL.Must be knowledgeable in Information Technology concepts, Windows OS, MS Office, Systems Analysis and Design, and other courses delivered by the IT-Academics Department.Must be certified by Oracle Academy to utilize their curriculum for instruction.Must complete Learning Management System training within 30 days of start date.Ability to teach online or in-classroom.Prior practical experience preferred.Must acquire OCA within 18-24 months of hire datePlease attach cover letter, resume and unofficial transcripts to be considered. Official transcripts will be required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire.Contact Human Resources at [phone] with any questions.Our mission to offer quality education includes exposing our students to a diverse range of cultures, experiences and expertise. At SUNY Erie Community College, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.Notice of Non-DiscriminationSUNY Erie Community College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or in the administration of any of its policies and programs on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristics protected by law. This applies to all students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the office listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies:Civil Rights Compliance OfficerLegal Affairs OfficeNorth Campus6205 Main StreetWilliamsville, NY [e-mail] further information on notice of non-discrimination, please contact:New York OfficeUnited States Department of EducationOffice for Civil Rights, 32 Old Slip 26th Floor,New York, N.Y., 10005-25010;Tel [phone]; Email: [e-mail].