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Computer Information Technology Faculty - Full-Time, 9-Months

Wheeling, WV

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

West Virginia Northern Community College is seeking applicants for a full-time, nine-month Computer Information Technology Faculty position starting in January 2026. The successful candidate will primarily teach courses in software engineering and related computer information technology disciplines, with opportunities to contribute to cybersecurity topics.

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Responsibilities

Follow the rules and regulations of the College

Maintain assigned instructional workload:

9-month faculty: 30 load hours or 600 contact hours during day and/or evening per academic year (Nursing and Allied Health)

12-month faculty: 40 load hours or 800 contact hours during day and/or evening per academic year (Nursing and Allied Health)

Alternative assignments to meet load may be recommended by the Division Chair and must be approved by the Vice President for Learning

Develop course syllabi using the College-approved course syllabus template. Incorporate all elements of the master course guide, consistent with catalog description, student needs, and institutional guidelines

Post syllabi to Learning Management System and submit to the appropriate email address at least five days prior to the start of the semester

Post the Faculty Teaching and Office Schedule Form on office door and submit to the appropriate Division Chair within the first week of classes

Maintain a minimum of five (5) office hours per week including on campus hours as approved by the Division Chair. During the first week faculty return in the fall and spring semester AND the first two weeks of registration fall and spring, maintain ten (10) office hours during the week for advising

Use Northern on the Web (NOW) to report beginning attendance and final grades at the end of the term within established institutional procedures and deadlines

Plan and implement learning strategies and activities to accomplish course objectives/outcomes

Clearly explain assignments, expectations, attendance policy, grading policy, evaluation methods, and class procedures to students

Evaluate students on the basis of their achievements toward course objectives/outcomes

Post assessment grades regularly in the LMS and ensure the final calculated grade is visible to students throughout the term of the course

Engage in regular and substantive interaction with students consistent with current federal and institutional accreditation guidelines

Advise and assist students in matters related to course and program outside the classroom, including access to required textbooks and materials

Utilize early warning systems for students who are not making satisfactory progress and/or refer students who may need support to the Academic Resource Center

Meet each class during the scheduled hours OR participate in regular and substantive teaching and learning activities in asynchronous online classes

Ensure that courses are held for the required number of hours scheduled during the term

Follow College policies and procedures for academic appeals

Notify Program Director and the Division Chair of the intent to travel on college business well in advance of the date of the expected absence. Complete the Absence Form. Submit your completed Absence Form to your Division Chair

Notify the Division Chair of unexpected absence(s) so appropriate arrangements can be made for your class(es). Submit your completed Absence Form upon return to your Division Chair

Arrange for equipment and supplies, field trips, or other special activities needed for courses, following appropriate College procedures and submitting all required documentation

Collect, report, and analyze learning outcomes assessment data as directed by the Program Director

Assist the Program Director and/or Division Chair with preparation of the program review, annual report, part-time faculty evaluations, self-study reports for accreditation, course and program assessment reports, and other reports and projects associated with the program

Assist the Program Director and/or Division Chair in the maintenance of equipment and in the recommendations for the purchase of equipment

Assist the Program Director and/or Division Chair in preparing semester schedules. Assist in the selection of textbook(s) for courses taught. Work effectively with other faculty and the division chair in the selection of textbook(s) or developing Open Educational Resources (OER's) for courses taught

Assist the Program Director and/or Division Chair in proposals and development of new courses, programs, and certificates

Assist the Program Director and/or Division Chair in student recruitment at high schools, college fairs, as well as business, industry, and agencies related to the program/major or discipline

Participate in service and/or advising during periods designed for pre-registration, registration, new student orientation and other special College events

Assist in the evaluation and supervision of students serving as lab assistants and in other Work-Study capacities as applicable

Review waiver/substitution petitions, portfolios for the Board of Governors Degree and Credit for Prior Learning applications

Participate in institutional activities such as College-wide events, college standing committees, ad hoc committees, internal and external marketing and promotional activities, and public service activities

Attend the College commencement ceremony

Attend Faculty Assembly meetings, academic division meetings, advisory committee meetings, and other faculty related events as identified by the administration

Participate in professional development activities and professional organizations

Integrate general education learning outcomes into assigned courses where applicable

Work with the workforce development and/or campus managers, as appropriate, to provide non-credit courses, seminars, workshops, etc

Assume a positive and active role as a representative of Northern, including support of institutional goals and initiatives

Communicate effectively and respond to students, staff, other faculty, and administrators in a timely manner

Qualification

Software developmentDatabase managementSystems analysisTeaching experienceProgramming languagesIT project managementCloud computingMicrosoft OfficeResilienceDiversity awarenessTechnological skillsTeamworkLeadership skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or closely related field (or a related degree with 18 credit hours devoted to Information Technology)

A minimum of three (3) years of professional work experience in the information technology field

Demonstrated experience in software development, including proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Visual Basic, Python, Java, C#, or other object-oriented languages)

Experience designing, developing, and querying databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, or relational database management systems)

Knowledge of systems analysis and design methodologies, including requirements gathering, modeling (e.g., UML), and full software development life cycle (SDLC) processes

Familiarity with IT project management principles, agile methodologies, and/or cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Practical experience with Microsoft Office suite and productivity tools, including advanced features for data analysis and collaboration

Ability to teach an Introduction to Cybersecurity course or integrate security best practices (e.g., secure coding, data protection) into software engineering coursework

Strong technological skills

Preferred

Master's Degree in the same field

Five (5) or more years of professional work experience in the information technology field

Prior teaching experience in higher education or industry training, particularly in introductory and advanced programming, database systems, or systems analysis courses