Instructor - Computer Information Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Instructor - Computer Information Systems

Position Type: Instructor

College: Community College of Denver

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: CCD Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Pathway

Campus: Auraria Campus

Location: Denver

 

Who We Are:

The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.

 

Job Summary:

Community College of Denver is seeking qualified adjunct instructors to teach Computer Science and Computer Information Systems courses, with a primary focus on programming, coding, and database courses such as Java, Python, C++, SQL, introductory programming, and related computer science topics.

Courses may be offered in face-to-face, hybrid, remote, or online formats and may include daytime or evening sections based on departmental needs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach assigned Computer Science and Computer Information Systems courses.

• Prepare and deliver course content, assignments, and assessments that support student learning.

• Maintain course materials, grades, and student records in D2L.

• Provide timely feedback and communication to students.

• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for a diverse community college student population.

• Follow department and college policies and participate in department communication or meetings as needed.

Competencies/KSAs:

• Knowledge of programming concepts, database concepts, and one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, SQL, or related languages.

• Ability to explain coding, database, and technology concepts clearly to beginning and intermediate students.

• Ability to teach and support courses in programming, computer information systems, databases, SQL, and related computer science topics.

• Ability to support students with different levels of technical preparation.

• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.

• Commitment to inclusive teaching, student success, and working effectively with diverse students, faculty, instructors, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Development, or a closely related field, and at least 4,000 hours of verified occupational experience in the field within the last seven years.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a closely related field, and at least 2,000 hours of verified occupational experience in the field within the last seven years.

Ability to teach programming or coding courses such as Java, Python, C++, introductory programming, or related computer science courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Experience teaching programming, coding, or computer science courses.

Professional experience in software development, application development, data systems, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or related technology fields.

Experience using D2L or another learning management system.

Experience teaching in face-to-face, hybrid, remote, or online formats.

Selection Process:

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes:
Cover Letter
Resume
References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable

**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts

***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.

For pay information, please refer to the following: -time-instructor-pay-matrix

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under “student’s right to know”: CCD.edu/Safety. For a hard copy report please contact View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

 

Additional Information/Benefits:

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.

If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.