Assistant Professor, Computer Science
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL
Job posting number: #7244939
Posted: May 14, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
DescriptionTeaches undergraduate level courses in computer science, both traditional and online delivery. Prepares and updates course syllabi, outlines and exams. Must meet schedule classes and use scheduled classroom time appropriately to maximize student learning. Maintains accurate student records, accessible to each student, respectively. Will help promote programs, lead recruiting efforts, and enhance the campus community.
Examples of Duties
(Note: The following examples of work as listed in this job description are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)
Be knowledgeable in networking and cybersecurity technologies.
Be able to create and update course curricula relevant to industry needs and standards that promotes student proficiency and application.
Earn and maintain recognized industry certifications, such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+ within two years of hire.
Be able to teach Cisco Academy CCNA curriculum (must be willing to obtain CCNA certifications within two years of hire).
Be able to use appropriate techniques and strategies, which promote and enhance critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
Implement teaching and learning strategies that reflect each student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.
Adhere to Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida.
Understand learning and human development to be able to provide a positive learning environment, which supports the intellectual, personal, and social development of all students. Demonstrates knowledge and understandings of the subject matter.
Perform other duties as assigned.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)
Minimum Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
Experience in using technology in instruction. Ability to work well with others. Experience with or desire to teach distance-learning, online, and/or evening courses. Ability in written communication. Good leadership abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in computer science or related field.
Substantive experience teaching both traditional and online courses is desirable.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Use of fingers.