Computer Science Instructor.

What We Offer:

• 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage (up to $9,051.21 for one dependent or $14,481.50 for two or more dependents annually)
• Fringe allowance to be used at employee’s discretion ($2,646.10 annually)
• Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
• $50,000 life insurance benefit
• Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
• Retirement pension plan (/)
• Abundant Professional Growth & Development opportunities
• Cumulative sick leave
• Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
• Progressive and innovative culture
• Opportunity to participate in various

Primary Purpose Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs. Essential Functions Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Job Description Teach lower-division computer science courses including, but not limited to, C/C++, Assembly, Java, Python, other computer programming languages as needed and related courses to a diverse student population.
Teach lower-division computer science courses in Discrete Structures, Computer Architecture, and Data Structures using abstract data types developed in C/C++ and Java to a diverse student population.
Participate and be an active contributor in curriculum development and serve on department, division, college and/or district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities on campus and online.
Participate and be an active contributor in co-curricular activities across the campus and in the district, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs and through multiple modalities designed to support student success.
Participate and be an active contributor in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle.
Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings on-campus.
Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances as necessary for quality instruction in an efficient, organized and timely manner.
Must maintain and stay current with industry standards related to computer programming and languages.
Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with district, college and division policies in the performance of duties.

Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions.

Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African American. Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students.

Work cooperatively with faculty, administration, staff and students.
Evening, online and/or Saturday assignments may be required as part of the regular contract. Minimum Qualifications Master’s in computer science or computer engineering

OR

Bachelor’s in either of the above

AND

Master’s in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting or engineering

OR

Bachelor’s in engineering

AND

Master’s in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration

OR

Bachelor’s in mathematics

AND

Master’s in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration

OR

Bachelor’s degree in any of the above

AND

A master’s degree in information science, computer information systems, or information systems

OR

Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area.

OR

The equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom.

(NOTE: Courses in the use of computer programs for application to a particular discipline may be classified for minimum qualifications purposes, under the discipline of the application.) Desirable Qualifications Experience with culturally responsive academic practices that engage first-generation Students, disproportionally impacted students and others who have been historically underserved.

Two or more years of teaching college level experience related to Computer Science both in-person and/or distance education formats.
Two or more years full-time professional working experience in Java, Python, and/or C/C++ software development.
Two or more years full-time professional working experience (i.e software engineer or software development) focused on algorithms, databases, and/or programming languages.
Two or more years of college level teaching experience related to Computer Architecture and discrete structures both in-person and/or distance education formats.
Two or more years of teaching college level experience in Data Structures both in- person and/or in a distance education format. Working Conditions Posting Detail Information Posting Number 2016460FT Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 01/30/2025 Open Date 07/23/2024 Close Date 09/04/2024