Adjunct Professor of Computer Science - Programming at Oklahoma City Community College in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Posting Number:

Adjunct_0401908

Classification Title:

Adjunct Professor

Working Title:

Adjunct Professor of Computer Science - Programming

Datatel Position ID:

BUDI6ADJCOSC1A

Annual Hours:

As needed or assigned

Placement Range:

$740 per Credit Hour

Position Type:

Adjunct Faculty

General Description:

An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the College and the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs.

What position does this position report to?:

Department Chair for Computer Science

What position(s) reports to this position?:

none

Minimum Education/Experience:

Master's degree with 18 graduates hours in Computer Science, MIS, Information Technology, or related area.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Experience in the field of programming.


Demonstrated positive communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.


Experience with standard computer software applications like operating systems, Microsoft Office suite, basic networking, email etc.


Flexible teaching style to accommodate and promote diversity of learning styles, formats and technology.


Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education


Acknowledge and promote diversity, inclusion and equity.


Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as MineOnline and Moodle)


Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system


Ability to work independently and/or collaborate with colleagues and peers in an educational environment.


Ability to organize, communicate and articulate concepts both verbally and in writing.


Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing.


Assist and/or tutor students when they have difficulty understanding concepts.


Interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups


Must be available for any departmental or college obligations; office hours (either online and/or on-campus) and provide means of communication with supervisor(s), the department and the division office.


Must be punctual, reliable and available for all teaching obligations.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to grasp, lift, move objects.


2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.


This position requires the person to frequently, stand, sit and/or move around the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.


This position requires the person to frequently work with classroom and computer lab equipment and/or to instruct or assist students.


This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer, office/classroom equipment and mobile or network devices to prepare instructional materials, answer emails and complete other activities necessary for the essential functions of the position.


3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy and thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.


4. WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position performs the essential functions in classroom (physical, virtual or hybrid) and/or office settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

NA

Work Hours:

This is a part-time temporary teaching position. Work hours vary with section(s) taught according to days, times and semesters offered. Sections are offered mornings, afternoons, evenings in eight and sixteen week formats and may be offered on-campus, online or as a hybrid. .

Department:

Division of Business and IT

Job Open Date:

07/22/2023

Open Until Filled:

No

HR Contact:

Beth Holmes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring Master's Degree and the 18 graduate hours in Computer Science, MIS, Information Technology, or related area.


Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.


For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Job Duties (Position Specific):

(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.)

Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement):

An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.


In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to:


Manage program and course curricula by following course syllabi.


Contribute to developing, implementing, and evaluating approved academic programs and developing new academic programs to meet community needs.


Fulfill course, program, and department goals and objectives.


Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.


Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators.


Attend meetings as required.


Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.


Maintain license or professional certification specific to program requirements.


Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments.


Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities.


The applicant should be prepared to teach one or more of the following:


CS 1143 BEGINNING PROGRAMMING
CS 2163 JAVA
CS 2363 C++
CS 2453 VISUAL BASIC
CS 2463 ADVANCED JAVA
CS 2563 C#.NET

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures):

Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.


Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.


Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.


Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.


Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

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