Computer Science Faculty - Adjunct

Description

* This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future vacancies. Individuals will be contacted as vacancies occur.

Olympic College is recruiting for Computer Science adjunct faculty. This position will report to the Dean for Mathematics, Engineering, Sciences, and Health Division.

Olympic College seeks applicants who are dedicated to student-centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity and social justice learning opportunities, and who employ data-informed decision making in their instruction.

Essential Functions

* Prepare and teach Computer Science courses in accordance with college catalog, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines in either traditional classroom or online.
* Effectively teach and communicate the principles of computer science in classes that include Computer Science I and Computer Science II.
* Demonstrate knowledge of alternative teaching methods and modalities to engage and meet the educational needs of diverse student populations, including the use of technology in instruction.
* Incorporate the use of technology (i.e. Learning Management Systems) to support instruction (Web Enhanced, hybrid, and/or online).
* Maintain and provide accurate and complete course and student records in a professional and timely manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master's degree in Computer Science from a regionally accredited College or University.
* Master's or Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a closely related field combined with graduate-level computer science coursework may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Successful teaching experience at the college level preferred.

The Successful Candidate will be able to:
* Impart excitement and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience.
* Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to facilitate student success.
* Demonstrate a commitment to teaching diverse students with various education, age and language backgrounds.
* Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
* Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation
* Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, socio-economic, racial and other backgrounds as well as military veterans.
* Demonstrate an understanding of accessibility and universal design and provide special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed.
* Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
* Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate.
* Demonstrate ethics, integrity and sound professional judgment.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment
This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.

Conditions of Employment:

* Successful Completion of a criminal history background check.

Application Procedures
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:
* Olympic College Online Application
* Resume or Curriculum Vitae
* Optional: Teaching Philosophy
* Cover Letter, in your cover letter describe how your background and experience sets you apart to teach this subject/discipline
* Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

All application materials become the property of Olympic College.

For technical support, contact NEOGOV at 855-524-5627 between 6am and 6pm Pacific Time, Monday-Friday.

Corrected or extended notices for this recruitment will be posted in the Human Resource Office and the Olympic College web site.

Olympic College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator