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Inside Higher Ed · 2 days ago

Computer Science Faculty, Part-Time

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a part-time Computer Science Faculty member to join the Department of Computer Technologies. The ideal candidate will instruct introductory computer science courses and support community college students in developing their computing skills and professional behaviors.

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Responsibilities

Teach introductory (100-level) computer science courses to students with a broad range of career interests

Help community college students further develop their computing skills, professional attitude, and behaviors for college and workplace success

Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each course’s standard course outline as a guide

Develop course handouts, lectures, hands-on activities, and presentations

Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate

Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course syllabus each semester

Assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA regulations and submit grades and records by established deadlines

Meet all classes at the designated times

Receive training or stay current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning, including learning and using publishers’ software, when applicable

Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values

Actively participate in the academic life of the College

Proactively identify/address problems

Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom

Demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to the College’s faculty, staff, and students’ diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds

Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in one’s field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention

Qualification

Computer Science DegreeTeaching ExperienceProgramming LanguagesLearning Management SystemInclusive TeachingCommunication Skills

Required

An earned master's or doctoral degree in computer science or a closely related field

Ability to deliver required, predefined course elements, while drawing from one's own knowledge and experiences, to engage students and make the course their own

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred

At least one year of experience teaching computer science at the college level, either as the primary instructor or as a graduate teaching assistant

Experience with at least two of the following programming languages: Python, Java, C/C++, R, or machine code/assembly language

Knowledge and/or willingness to teach distance education and web-enhanced courses

A flexible schedule is desirable, i.e. to teach classes in the day, evening, at the main campus, and/or at Regional Centers

Prior experience using a Learning Management System, such as Canvas

Benefits

For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee classification, please visit: https://www.myccp.online/human-resources/benefits-eligibility

Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.