IT & Cybersecurity Instructor — Shape Tomorrow's Tech Pros

Motlow; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is seeking a Computer Information Technology Associate Instructor at the Covington Branch Campus. The role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction, supporting student learning, and maintaining a positive classroom and lab environment.

The successful candidate will emphasize teaching, evaluating student progress, and helping students develop technical and employability skills needed for success in IT fields.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree or diploma from an accredited institution preferred or as required by program area; Relevant CompTIA certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, Cloud+, and CySA+ are preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in computer information technology or related IT field; five years preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, software installation, troubleshooting, networking fundamentals, cybersecurity practices, and end-user technical support.
• Communication skills necessary to serve as an effective instructor.
• Evidence of good character, organizational skills, professionalism, and mature judgment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, the public, industry partners, faculty, and staff.
• Skill in managing deadlines and working in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to using technology in the teaching and learning process and staying current with instructional technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in all assigned phases of the Computer Information Technology curriculum.
• Monitor, grade, and evaluate individual students' progress; maintain student records; submit timely reports.
• Maintain positive public relations with related industries and support an active program advisory committee.
• Collaborate with outside agencies and industry partners to establish work-based learning experiences for students as appropriate.
• Collaborate with K-12 education partners to support dual enrollment to full-time enrollment pathways as needed.
• Support curriculum development, program accreditation, daily lesson planning, student recruitment and placement, graduate follow-up, professional development, and student organization activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of TCAT Northwest.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Public speaking

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or diploma

CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+ (preferred)

Job description

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is seeking a Computer Information Technology Associate Instructor at the Covington Branch Campus. The role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction, supporting student learning, and maintaining a positive classroom and lab environment.

The successful candidate will emphasize teaching, evaluating student progress, and helping students develop technical and employability skills needed for success in IT fields.