Computer Science Instructor

Computer Science Instructor

Instructor position available at Front Range Community College. The position is for part-time work and is open to both in-person and online learning opportunities across three campuses in Fort Collins, Longmont, and Westminster, CO, as well as remote learning within Colorado.

The college is the state's largest community college with three campuses along Colorado's Front Range. It enrolls close to 28,000 students annually and offers more than 36 career training programs. FRCC is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution.

Job Summary: As a part-time instructor in the Database and Programming department, you will provide instruction in all levels of computer science, including certificate and/or transfer levels. You will develop an innovative curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. Student retention and success are your top priority. You will utilize technology and effective teaching strategies to develop students' critical thinking skills.

Course assignments are made based on experience, availability, and the needs of the department; as a result, you may be asked to teach at different times, locations, and modalities. This position may require occasional travel to all three FRCC campuses.

Minimum Qualifications: A related associate degree (or relevant current industry license or certification) and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within seven years. OR A related Bachelor's or any Master's degree with 18 discipline related credits and 2000 verified occupational/industry hours within seven years. Related Degree, Credential, and/or Occupational Experience in: Computer Information Systems, Computer Networking, Computer Science, Computing, Information Technology, Computer Systems Analyst, Software Systems Developer, Web Developer, Web Programmer Database Administrator, Network Systems Administrator. Some computer science courses may require additional specific qualifying experiences or education including but not limited to C++ and Java Programming. CTE Credential: This instructor position will be teaching Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses. In addition to the qualifications listed above, the selected candidate must have a current CTE credential or the ability to obtain one within one year to teach.

Selection Process: The selection process for this instructor position will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be based on the completed application package submitted by the candidate. This is an open talent pool. Applicants will be contacted based on the needs of the College. Open talent pools close on May 1 and reopen based on the needs of the College. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.

Application Procedures: A completed application package includes: a resume or CV; a cover letter or letter of interest; a copy of your academic transcripts or related licenses/certifications; a one-page statement of your teaching philosophy; and a list of courses and the semesters you have taught (if applicable). The application will ask for you to provide three references. We ask that they are all professional references and at least one is a current/recent supervisor.

Additional Information/Benefits: While unofficial copies are accepted at the application stage, the following information must be included: your name, institution name, degree achieved (subject and degree type), date of degree achieved, and courses completed. If selected to move forward, official copies will be required. The pay range for Part-Time Instructors varies, depending on the type of course, the contact ratio and contact hours. Please refer to our Part-Time Instructor Pay Matrix for detailed information. For information about benefits for Instructors and Hourly Employees, please see the Front Range Community College Benefits page.

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