Instructor - Computer Science jobs in Columbus, GA

Job ID: 249541
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Founded in 1958, Columbus State University, with an enrollment of nearly 8,000, is part of the University System of Georgia. CSU offers more than 70 programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels and is ranked among the top public regional universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Columbus, located 100 miles southwest of Atlanta and the second-largest city in Georgia, is recognized as a vibrant and contemporary cultural community - https://visitcolumbusga.com.

Columbus State University has a nationally recognized track record of partnership and outreach through efforts such as the Cunningham Center for Leadership Development, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, and its own residence the Spencer House in Oxford, England. The University has two primary campus locations in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150 acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS and Ft. Moore, the U.S. Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For additional information about the University visit our website at www.ColumbusState.edu

Job Summary

We are currently seeking professionals excited about making a positive difference to join our adjunct pool as paid part-time instructors teaching as needed in the Computer Science field. Adjunct instructors work with students to provide them with the knowledge and training they need to be successful in their chosen career.

Adjunct faculty members may teach one or more courses each semester based on availability and student need. These courses may meet during the day, evening, or online, based on the adjunct faculty's availability, expertise, and program/student need.

We encourage potential adjunct faculty to submit application materials at any time, though availability of positions and/or specific teaching assignments is contingent on program need. Any teaching agreements will be made on an as needed, term-by-term basis.

Responsibilities

Teach specific classes in the Computer Science field in a professional and engaging way that creates an environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning

Review course syllabi and instructional materials to maintain currency and improve the courses offered to students as they seek their chosen degree.

Assess student progress regularly and assign grades in a timely manner; measure student potential and achievement in concrete, understandable ways to ultimately help the student progress toward a degree.

Maintain appropriate records in an organized, efficient manner for every class taught, and have this information accessible by students.

Complete assessments based on university and accreditation requirements.

Submit end of semester course grades to the University by the published deadlines.

Communicate regularly and frequently and respond promptly to questions and concerns from students and department chair.

Required Qualifications

An earned graduate degree from an accredited university in Computer Science or another field closely connected to Computer Science to teach at the undergraduate level. A sufficient combination of experience, certifications, and education may also be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.

A terminal degree from an accredited university in Computer Science or another field closely connected to Computer Science to teach at the graduate level.

Professional experience in teaching area within the last 5 years.

Flexible schedule, demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrated ability to adapt to new technology.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous professional experience at an educational institution.

Previous experience teaching in different modalities (in person, hybrid, online)

Proposed Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume /CV

Cover Letter

Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Successful completion of a criminal background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Special Applicant Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications for part-time and full-time faculty positions must include transcripts of all academic work, and official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit if selected for interview. Applicants must have the ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, in particular a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.

All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. If applicable, any international transcripts must be evaluated by an approved foreign credential evaluator prior to submission.


To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=249541&PostingSeq=1

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