Part-Time IT Security Instructor (Evenings)

Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT); Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT) seeks a part-time IT Security Instructor to teach in-classroom instruction to a maximum of 20 adult students. Topics include physical security, operating systems, malware, cryptography, and exam prep.

Classes meet Monday - Thursday for 3 hours each night from 5:30pm-8:30pm. BCAT uses a standardized curriculum and provides support as needed. Instructors are compensated for teaching hours plus paid prep time weekly.

Qualifications

• Must meet NYSED teaching credentialing requirements and be willing to obtain NYS teaching license.
• BA/BS in Computer Science or related field.
• AS in Computer Science + two years of full-time practical experience as a Computer Systems Analyst.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 5 years of full-time practical experience as a Computer Systems Analyst.
• Must have a current CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Must have a CTT, MTC, CNI, or CLI Certificate.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace required.
• Experience instructing adult learners is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and present lectures and classroom activities.
• Promote students' development of IT skills, communication, professionalism, problemsolving, and decisionmaking.
• Collaborate with team members to support adult learners using multiple teaching techniques.
• Keep class relevant and engaging, incorporating real-world career experiences.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with a diverse staff and student population.

Skills

Adult learning techniques

Lecture delivery

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

AS degree in Computer Science + 2 years experience

High School Diploma + 5 years experience as Computer Systems Analyst

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT) seeks a part-time IT Security Instructor to teach in-classroom instruction to a maximum of 20 adult students. Topics include physical security, operating systems, malware, cryptography, and exam prep.

Classes meet Monday - Thursday for 3 hours each night from 5:30pm-8:30pm. BCAT uses a standardized curriculum and provides support as needed. Instructors are compensated for teaching hours plus paid prep time weekly.