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The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce · 3 weeks ago

Instructor, Computer Science

Springfield, IL

Internship

Onsite

Intern, Mid Level

$52K/yr - $93K/yr

Lincoln Land Community College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track instructor to teach Computer Science courses starting fall 2026 semester. The role involves delivering instruction on topics such as cybersecurity, networking, and programming, while fostering a learning environment that supports student success and maintaining accurate records of student performance.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction and maintain curriculum

Teach/conduct assigned classes, labs, clinicals, studio and internships

Prepare lessons and provide course syllabus for courses taught that accurately reflects course content and evaluation procedures

Create a learning environment that fosters student success

Develop, integrate, evaluate, and assess student learning outcomes in support of the College’s ongoing accreditation

Participate in developing and reviewing curricula and instructional methods and with the articulation of courses as necessary

Consult with advisory committee(s) if appropriate for program/curriculum

Evaluate and assist students

Keep accurate records of student performance including following evaluation procedures as outlined in the relevant course syllabus

Provide students with constructive and timely feedback

Maintain office hours consistent with Section 8.3 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Comply with registration/records procedures

Participate in professional development

Remain current in one’s discipline

Participate in professional growth activities

Attend scheduled monthly department meetings and participate in departmental/institutional operations

Contribute to a collegial and collaborative work environment

Participate in program review

Complete academic assessment activities

Conduct current programmatic assessment activity to at least one course assignment, activity, or assessment twice per academic year

Compile and submit resultant assessment data as prescribed by academic services division

Document changes made based on aggregated data in discipline and department meetings

Qualification

Master's degree in Computer ScienceTeaching experienceAdvanced computer skillsSpecialization in cybersecurityAssessment of student learningTraining in pedagogyDiverse teaching experienceInterpersonal skills

Required

Master's degree in computer science or closely related field

Prior teaching experience at the college level

Strong interpersonal skills

Advanced computer skills appropriate to the discipline

Preferred

Master's degree or higher in computer science with a specialization in cybersecurity

Experience teaching computer science at a community college

Experience in assessment of student learning outcomes

Formal or informal training in pedagogy for higher education

Experience teaching students from a wide spectrum of ages and from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, including high school students enrolled in dual credit classes