Instructor - Computer Science

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Position Information

Posting Title

Instructor - Computer Science

Posting Number

FA000694

Position Status

Full Time

Assignment Length

170 days

Grant Funded

No

Category

Faculty

Class Code

23

Starting Pay

$64,118

Special Note

Commensurate with education and experience

Location

Trinity River

Department

TR Computer Science & Business

Job Summary

Reporting to the campus department instructional leader,
Instructors aid students in their learning process by using all
appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and
educational technologies available to complement the teaching and
learning process providing a direct impact to student
success.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements*
• Accepts and teaches classes based on varied schedules and
modalities as assigned by designated supervisor (may include onlineor Weekend College)
• Accommodates student needs and external stakeholders’
expectations of the College
• Aids in the development of curricula, including individual
course syllabi as assigned
• Prepares and delivers instruction to students following the
College Master Syllabus using the approved learning managementsystem
• Works with colleagues to select appropriate textbooks for
departmental adoptions, and abides by departmental decisions fortextbooks
• Communicates regularly with students and college officials,
including responding to e-mails, calls, and requests formeetings
• Independently pursues activities to enhance subject matter
expertise, skills in various modes of instruction, and knowledge oflearning
• Prepares assignments and assessments to assure achievement of
learning outcomes
• Designs and maintains an active classroom environment conducive
to student learning and success
• Maintains student attendance records weekly and certifies
student enrollments by the established deadline
• Evaluates student performance and learning in accordance with
discipline and department standards
• Provides regular and timely evaluation feedback to students,
posts grades in the learning management system weekly, and submitsfinal grades by the established deadline
• Assigns grades consistent with course requirements
• Assists in College’s commitment to assessing student learning
outcomes and program learning outcomes and to achievinginstitutional performance measures
• Accepts assignments as necessary at other sites such as for
dual credit courses

Service Excellence
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually,
and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of theworksite
• Completes all required training and professional development
sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College ( TCC )
• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the
College
• Adheres to College policies and procedures
• Adheres to applicable safety procedures
• Performs other related tasks as required

SUPERVISION

Works under the general supervision of the campus departmentinstructional leader
• Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the
various types of work that may be performed. The omission of
specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to
the position. The job description does not constitute an employment
agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to
change by the employer as the needs of the employer and
requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications

1. Associate degree or higher* in ONE of the following:
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Information Systems
• Computer Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Management Information Systems
• Closely related discipline

2. Three (3) years of non-teaching work experience
• Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or
university

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a
related field from an accredited institution.

• Work experience in the discipline / teaching area, specifically
experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, and GoogleCloud.

• Experience teaching a class or facilitating training,
specifically with cloud computing at the college level.

• Teaching experience utilizing active learning techniques, service
learning and innovative technology

• Experience teaching in Dual Credit and Early College High School
programs

• At least one (1) year’s working experience in program
development, management, and assessment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Ability to think critically to effectively solve and
communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demandsfor work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
• Ability to use computer applications and enterprise systems,
including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, andpresentation software
• Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal
skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative

General qualifications for new full-time faculty shall includeevidence of:
• Knowledge of the teaching discipline subject matter
• Knowledge of how students learn
• Ability to adapt to student learning needs
• Utilization of student-centered integrative learning
strategies
• Promotion of positive expectations of students
• Incorporation of technology to enhance student learning
• Incorporation of pedagogical innovation
• Assessment of student learning
• Assessment of self-learning
• Assessment, evaluation, and revision of curriculum
• Development of relevant content for classes
• Development of effective classroom management processes and
strategies
• Experience mentoring and advising students
• Engagement in peer collaboration and peer mentoring
• Engagement in service to the institution, profession, and
community
• Participation in professional development in the teaching
discipline to remain current in the teaching discipline and inpedagogy
• Continued educational attainment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representatives of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of
this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with
hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally
required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must
occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the
ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are
representatives of those an employee encounters while performing
the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of
this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical
parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The
noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential duties and
responsibilities.

Special Instructions Summary

Please include a cover letter that details how the applicant meets
the required and preferred qualifications.

Posted

02/21/2025

Posting Contact Summary

Contact Name

Tamara Kelly

Contact Phone

[email protected]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents
• Cover Letter
• Certification / License
• Teaching Philosophy
• Military/Foster Care Preference Documentation

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