Job Description

START DATE IS AUGUST 16, 2023

The Instructor, Computer Science at Southeastern Community College provides educational services as assigned, in accordance with general college guidelines, board policies, and administrative guidelines. The Instructor, Computer Science is a member of the Business and Information Technology academic department, and reports to the Dean of Career and Technical Education or the Dean\xe2\x80\x99s designee. The individual instructor is the key to the successful accomplishment of the college\xe2\x80\x99s educational goals. His/her attitude, personality, knowledge, skills, and motivation contribute to the creation of an effective learning environment. Familiarity with the comprehensive community college philosophy is required.
The primary qualifications include meeting education requirements established by the college\xe2\x80\x99s Quality Faculty Plan (QFP), the Iowa Department of Education, and the Higher Learning Commission, with additional requirements determined by the position held.


The term of employment is as per Bargaining Agreement between SCC Board of Trustees and the SCCHEA, employment contract, and relevant policies of the Board of Trustees and SCC.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a minimum salary of $55,000.

The successful candidate will be required to teach courses in SCC Network Administration and Cybersecurity, IT Management, Computer Science Transfer Major, Engineering Transfer Major, and any future IT programs. Example courses include Introduction to Programming Logic with Language, C++, Software Design, Data Structures, Computer Science, etc. Courses within the instructor\xe2\x80\x99s additional area(s) of expertise may also be taught if qualifications are met per the Code of the State of Iowa and the Higher Learning Commission.

The candidate will be involved in the development of an eSports program.

Office location and campus assignment will vary depending on student need, and may require travel to off-campus sites.


Other qualifications and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Experience motivating, interacting, and effectively communicating with students, faculty, administration, industry, and the general public in a civil and respectful manner.

• Annually review and revise course goals, grading policies, and assessment of success. Develop, implement, and disseminate course policies.

• Support college goal of enhanced retention by constantly encouraging and motivating students towards academic and occupational success.

• Design, develop and /or revise new and existing courses and programs of study. This includes development of curriculum, syllabi, course outlines, course/curriculum matrices, and course standards. Create appropriate assessment tools and techniques to demonstrate that student learning outcomes are met.

• Meet with classes regularly and promptly, maintain student attendance records, and keep regular posted office hours.

• Demonstrate a willingness to work with others as a team member.

• Participate in college activities beyond the classroom, including recruiting, advising, and membership on standing committees.

• Supervise students (if appropriate) according to the curricular requirements of their particular program. This may include work-study students, internships, clinical, and other work-based experiences.

• Implement varied and/or supplemental learning activities to accommodate individual student needs.

• In consultation with the Dean, develop and maintain an Advisory Board composed of representatives from employers in related-fields, as well as appropriate SCC personnel. Facilitate at least one Advisory Board meeting per semester.

• Willingness to teach using online and/or hybrid format(s).

• Willingness to accept teaching assignments at all SCC locations including off-campus sites.

• Actively participate in the budget process of the college, including timely requests for instructional materials.

• Promptly report unsafe practices, in and out of the classroom, in accordance with college policies and guidelines.

• Conscientiously comply and support the Family Educations Rights and Privacy Act and SCC\xe2\x80\x99s Affirmative Action Plan.

• Assume full responsibility for the development and maintenance of an individual Professional Development Plan (PDP), in accordance with standards set forth in the college\xe2\x80\x99s Board approved Quality Faculty Plan (QFP).

17. Exhibit commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy.

18. Model professional behaviors, values and attitudes for students, colleagues and the
community.




Required Qualifications

1. Required: Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree or higher in Computer Science or a qualifying field with 6,000
hours of professional experience.
2. Fluent in one or more of the following programming languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, C#,
and C++.
3. Knowledge of programming in client/server environment.
4. Knowledge of networking and computer hardware preferred.
5. Minimum of three years community college teaching experience preferred.


Preferred Qualifications
SCC\xe2\x80\x99s Career, Technical and Education department is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.


EEO Statement Summary
It is the policy of Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code \xc2\xa7\xc2\xa7 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. \xc2\xa7\xc2\xa7 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. \xc2\xa7 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. \xc2\xa7\xc2\xa7 1681 \xe2\x80\x93 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. \xc2\xa7 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. \xc2\xa7 12101, et seq.).

Individuals having questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy should contact Title IX / Equity Coordinator, Southeastern Community College, 1500 W. Agency Road, West Burlington, IA 52655, email equity@scciowa.edu, phone number 319/208-5101, fax 319/208-5005 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR .Chicago@ed.gov



Posting Detail Information



Posting Number
F043P


Open Date
03/10/2023


Close Date



Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants
Please answer the screening questions and make sure and upload your resume, cover letter, vita and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you .