Computer Information Systems Instructor

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Job Title:

Computer Information Systems Instructor

Agency:

West Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR

Shift:

Compensation Details:

$57000.00 PER YEAR

Job Description:

Job Summary:

An instructor is responsible for performing all aspects of instruction for the specific discipline. The responsibilities of this position relate to day evening and online programs with regards to traditional and dual-enrolled students.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Instruction

• Provides instruction in theory and practical applications of the discipline in accordance with academic state standards
• Instructs courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry
• Utilizes current technology in the classroom/lab
• Evaluates students progress in attaining goals and objectives
• Grades all coursework in a timely manner
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area
• Meets with students staff members and other educators to discuss students instructional programs and other issues
• Maintains program certification/accreditation requirements as appropriate
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports including those for accrediting bodies
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field
• Attends professional development training workshops seminars and conferences
• Requires strong computer skills communication skills and ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population
• Requires committee and project assignments and instruction of online classes as well as day/evening classes in a multiple-campus setting

Curriculum/Student Learning Outcomes/Accreditation

• Develops program curriculum syllabi goals and objectives
• Prepares lesson plans for instruction
• Works collaboratively with faculty within the discipline to establish measure and evaluate program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success and submits to student learning outcome results to the program director
• Develops reviews and edits master course shells within the learning management system

Supports Program Director/Division Dean and Associate Dean

• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment
• Prepares budget requests
• Assists with recruitment retention and job placement efforts
• Serves on committees and project assignments as necessary

Other Activities and Duties as Assigned

• Performs other activities and duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary technical education
• Knowledge of academic course standards
• Knowledge of the Colleges academic programs
• Skill to work cooperatively with students faculty and staff
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom/lab content
• Skill to make timely decisions
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
• Ability to break larger tasks into manageable smaller tasks
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Skill in accurate grade keeping
• Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Oral and written communication skills
• Organizational skills

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional classroom/lab environment. This role routinely uses standard office/classroom/lab equipment and technologies.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative 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 occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move classroom/lab equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time instructional position. Candidate must work a minimum of 40 hours per week 12 months each year and the expected hours are Monday-Friday day/evening hours including weekends based on need.

Travel:

Travel to other campuses will be required to attend meetings trainings and professional development.

Required Education and Experience:

• Masters Degree in Computer Programming Computer Information Systems Computer Science or Information Technology or a masters degree in a related discipline (ex: Management Information Systems Computer Engineering Instructional Technology Security/Cybersecurity Computer Software Engineering Systems Networking/Technology IT Management or Technology Management) with a minimum of 18 semester graduate hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Education and Experience:

• PhD in Computer Programming Computer Information Systems Computer Science Information Technology or a closely related field
• Postsecondary teaching experience
• Directly related industry experience
• Online teaching experience
• Industry-recognized certifications

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex religion age disability or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Required Experience:

IC