Part-Time Instructor in Computer Science and Information Technology

Clayton State University; Lake City (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia, is seeking a Part-Time Instructor in Computer Science and Information Technology to begin in Fall 2026. The role requires a Master’s Degree with expertise in teaching various computer science courses, along with a passion for education.

Applicants should have industry certifications like Cisco CCNA and/or CISSP, along with college teaching experience. Join a collaborative environment focused on student development!

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• Enthusiastic about teaching a variety of courses.
• Eligible for employment in the U.S. at appointment time.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courses in Computer Science and Information Technology.
• Engage in teaching with a focus on various computing subjects.

Skills

Teaching enthusiasm

Industry credentials (Cisco CCNA, CISSP)

Knowledge of mainstream technologies

Experience in college-level teaching

Education

Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

About Us

Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate’s, Bachelor’s, and Master’s Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

Department of Computer Science and Information Technology invites applications for Part-Time Instructor in Computer Science and Information Technology to begin in Fall 2026.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in computer science and/or information technology.
• Must be enthusiastic about teaching a variety of courses in computer science and/or information technology.
• Must be eligible for employment in the United States at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• In addition to academic credentials, industry credentials such as Cisco CCNA and/or CISSP certification, and/or recent industry experience are desirable.
• Experience in college-level teaching is desired, along with knowledge of mainstream technologies for teaching computing courses.
• This position is ideal for candidates who are ABD in an appropriate field.

Required Documents to Attach

Each applicant must submit an application with the following documents: 1) a letter of interest summarizing the applicant’s qualifications, 2) a current curriculum vita, 3) a statement of teaching philosophy, 4) copies of transcripts for all college and graduate coursework, and 5) at least three letters of recommendation, two of which must address the candidate’s teaching ability.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of high education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found onli the URL: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found onli the URL: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State’s Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at https://www.clayton.edu/strategic-plan/mission-vision-values and https://www.clayton.edu/human-resources/current-employees/resources-policies.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance.

Mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Clayton State University and the University System of Georgia (USG). Clayton State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any Clayton State University program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

Only complete applications submitted online will be considered.

Clery Disclosure

This position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery-specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.