Part-time Faculty Pool: Computer Science

Merced College; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 90,370 - 116,806; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A local community college in California is seeking a part-time Faculty member in Computer Science. The role includes teaching various courses, maintaining student engagement, and contributing to curriculum development. Candidates should possess a Master's in Computer Science or related fields and demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Master's in computer science or equivalent required.
• Experience in instructional design and effective teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of computer science courses.
• Maintain student records and provide support.
• Participate in curriculum development.

Skills

Current technology skills related to teaching

Experience promoting diversity and inclusion

Education

Master's in computer science or related field

Bachelor's in computer science and a Master's in relevant areas

Job description

Overview

Part-time Faculty Pool: Computer Science

Salary: $65.60 - $84.79 Hourly

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 20250022

Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Department: Merced College

Open pool for academic year 2025-2026. Additional compensation for Doctorate.

Ready to join the transformation? Merced College is committed to innovation, growth, and shaping the future of higher education. This is a part-time instructional assignment under the general direction of the Dean of Career Technical Education.

General Description

This is a part-time instructional assignment under the general direction of the Dean of Career Technical Education. The professor will teach a variety of computer science courses. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
• Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g. grades and syllabi)
• Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
• Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
• Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
• Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes

Typical Qualifications

Required:

• Master's in computer science or computer engineering
• OR Bachelor's in either of the above and a Master's in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting or engineering
• OR Bachelor's in engineering and a Master's in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration
• OR Bachelor's in mathematics and a Master's in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration
• OR Bachelor's in any of the above and a master's degree in information science, computer information systems, or information systems
• OR The equivalent

• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.
• Courses in the use of computer programs for application to a particular discipline may be classified for minimum qualifications purposes, under the discipline of the application.

Preferred:

• Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments

Supplemental Information

How to Apply: Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/promotionaljobs

Required Documentation:

• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
• Resume
• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
• Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired.
• Diversity Statement describing how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (limit one page)
• If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization
• If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency)

Only the required documentation listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information: Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be scheduled on site.

Employee Benefits: Sick leave, faculty employed on a part-time hourly basis shall earn sick leave credit at the rate of one (1) hour for each twenty (20) hours of paid service.

Condition of Employment: The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/4973268/part-time-faculty-pool-computer-science

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