Part-Time Adjunct Faculty, Computer Information

NorthWest Arkansas Community College; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 1,053,864; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Arkansas seeks a qualified part-time instructor for its Computer Information Systems program. Responsibilities include teaching subjects such as Computer Programming and Networking. A Master’s Degree in the relevant field or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours is required, along with prior teaching experience. The role offers a pay rate of $765 per credit hour and focuses on creating a diverse educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in the field at time of application or related degree with 18 graduate hours in business.
• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to use online platforms and technology for instruction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for instruction and presentations.
• Explain subject concepts utilizing various teaching methods.
• Develop classroom management plans and share with students.
• Provide classroom instruction and assess student progress.
• Maintain documentation of grades and attendance.

Skills

Leadership experience in education

Demonstrated teaching ability

Online instructional delivery

Project-based learning interest

Education

Master’s Degree in the field

Job description

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

Position Overview

Qualified part‑time instructor(s) needed for the Computer Information Systems program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College. A “pool” of qualified applicants is required to teach part‑time in the following areas:

• Computer Programming
• Computer Networking, including Cisco courses
• Web Design
• Microsoft Office Applications

Applications for part‑time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term‑by‑term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly and, to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re‑apply each year.

Job Description

• Prepares materials for instruction and presentations.
• Explains subject concepts utilizing a variety of teaching methods and strategies.
• Develops your classroom management plan and shares it with the students.
• Provides classroom instruction on demonstrating skills, assesses student progress, and corrects any unsafe or poor techniques.
• Utilizes Success Planner to track daily attendance.
• Meets deadlines for reporting and grades.
• Maintains grade sheets for documentation.

Rate of pay: $765 per credit hour

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience with leadership at a community college or educational institution is a plus. Demonstrated teaching ability is the top priority. Instructional experience and leadership experience at a community college is a priority. Ability to use an on‑line platform; online delivery of instruction, use of technology for instruction, and experience or interest in project‑based, service learning, or inquiry‑based learning will be given special consideration.

Physical Requirements

Frequently:

• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking

Constantly:

• Hearing
• Repetitive motion
• Talking

Environmental Conditions

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a Master’s Degree in the field at time of application (or Master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in business). Three years teaching experience preferred.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.