Computer Science Instructor

Job Description:

Computer Science Instructor

Description

Description

Under supervision of an educational administrator, the Computer Science Instructor will develop curriculum and provide lecture and laboratory instruction for students in the study of computer science and other related courses. The incumbent will be responsible for: evaluating students’ performance; coordinating with faculty and other staff regarding support of hardware and software; assisting in the selection of and coordination of adjunct faculty members; participating in articulation and career education activities; coordinating with business and industry partners; participating in shared governance and other activities in support of the instructional program, and performing related work, as assigned.

This position will teach a variety of Computer Science courses, including principles of Object-Oriented Programming; programming in Java; HTML programming; Programming in assembly language.

This position is Open Until Filled. However, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the first review of applications will occur at the end of January.

Sierra College has a strong commitment to the achievement of equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff and students and values the rich diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. The Computer Science Instructor must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities, sexual orientation, individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups to ensure the district provides an inclusive educational and employment environment focused on strategies for success and equitable outcomes for all.

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Examples Of Functions and Tasks

Lecture Preparation/Instruction—ESSENTIAL: Develop syllabi of lecture materials; prepare lesson plans to be used in lectures; coordinate lectures with laboratory assignments; prepare multi-media demonstrations to enhance instructional delivery; integrate the use of the computer throughout the instructional program; prepare handouts and supplemental materials; develop quizzes, tests, and “hands- on” evaluations; evaluate student performance on quizzes, tests, and reports; advise students on matters regarding their academic performance; tabulate scores and assign official grades; review and select learning resources such as textbooks, internet sites, and periodicals determined to be the most useful, appropriate and equity-minded; review and evaluate new instructional material for content, readability, cost effectiveness, and equity-mindedness; read literature (books, newspapers, periodicals, and other print and non-print materials) to stay current in the field of Computer Science; and attend trainings (if funding permits) on culturally-responsive pedagogy. PERIPHERAL: Complete instructional materials order forms; review study guides and other supplemental materials for classroom use; maintain appropriate reference materials; develop assignments related to current reference materials in learning resource center; arrange and schedule guest lecturers (ensuring to the best extent possible that guest lecturers present with an equity lens).

Laboratory Instruction/Supervision—ESSENTIAL: Prepare laboratory instruction for students; monitor student use of computers, research technological data to include in labs; develop quizzes and tests; develop syllabi of lecture materials; develop student-assigned projects and sequencing of the work involved, prepare lesson plans for use in labs; coordinate lectures with laboratory assignments; prepare multimedia demonstrations to enhance instructional delivery; prepare handouts and other supplementary course materials; and test and evaluate student performance. PERIPHERAL: Review study guides and other supplementary course materials.

Student Performance Evaluation—ESSENTIAL: Develop quizzes, examinations, homework assignments, projects, and laboratory assignments which fairly evaluate student progress in acquiring knowledge and skill sets of subject material; monitor student activity during examinations and quizzes; read, evaluate, and grade student responses on examinations, quizzes, and projects; assign, read, and evaluate student homework assignments and projects; tabulate scores and assign official grades; advise students on matters regarding their academic performance; and provide information and/or refer students to appropriate student support services (e.g. Extended Opportunity Programs and Services [EOPS], the Learning Skills Center, Tutoring Center, Writing Center, etc.) to ensure a successful learning environment.

Curriculum Development—ESSENTIAL: Review and evaluate curriculum to meet student interests and needs within the parameters of division/department budgets and availability of equipment and materials; work with local and regional employers, industries, and community groups to plan and develop curriculum to meet employment needs; coordinate with full-time and part-time faculty members to enhance consistency and quality of lecture/laboratory content; evaluate and/or revise courses of study to fit curriculum designs; present proposals for curriculum changes to the Curriculum Committee and/or other shared governance bodies; design degree and certificate programs; research, evaluate and incorporate current technology into curriculum; and function as a liaison with advisory committees to determine appropriate curriculum to meet current needs.

Departmental Development—ESSENTIAL: Schedule advisory committee meetings; recommend departmental class schedules for full-time and adjunct faculty members; prepare and manage departmental budget(s) in accordance with established District policies and procedures; assist in record keeping; assist in recruitment and hiring of adjunct faculty members, as requested, in accordance with established District policies and procedures; work with divisional classified staff members and student and/or other temporary help in accordance with established District policies and procedures; prepare capital outlay requests; prepare Staffing Committee requests for new positions; and coordinate with adjunct faculty members to ensure proper delivery of departmental curriculum. Coordinate off-site program, as assigned. PERIPHERAL: Write grants and proposals; interview and hire student and/or other temporary help; and prepare annual Program Assessment and Review (ePAR) plans.

Workforce Development Activities—ESSENTIAL: Participate in activities related to local economic development, as appropriate and feasible; provide input to local businesses regarding program capabilities, as requested; participate in the structuring of economic development activities as it relates to departmental operations; assist in development and delivery of industry-specific classes utilizing an equity- minded framework; and assist in maintaining quality and consistency of program delivery; as necessary.

Articulation and Dual Enrollment—ESSENTIAL: Assist local area high schools and educational partners in developing curriculum to coordinate with community college offerings; function as a resource and attend meetings with representatives from local high schools; assist in developing dual enrollment and 2+2 articulation agreements with local high schools; provide local schools with appropriate lesson designs to meet departmental standards for articulation; and assist local schools with selection of equipment and software, as appropriate. Articulate with universities to provide transfer opportunities into appropriate programs.

Shared Governance—ESSENTIAL: Respond in writing to requests for information, as appropriate; represent department and/or division by serving on District-wide committees, as appropriate and feasible; serve on employee selection committees, as requested; serve as functional member of one or more committees and/or task forces; and read and respond to information polls distributed by the Academic Senate and/or other shared governance bodies. Attend and participate in departmental staff meetings, division meetings, District meetings, and other activities, including SC4 (Sierra College Community, Creativity, Culture, and Collaboration) training and activities. PERIPHERAL: Attend Board of Trustees and/or Strategic Council meetings, as necessary; read minutes of shared governance bodies, Board of Trustees reports, and other written material to maintain knowledge of District activities.

Professional Development—ESSENTIAL: Maintain membership and participation in related professional organizations; attend and present workshops at Sierra College and professional conferences, as approved (and ensuring to the best extent possible that such presentations are presented with an equity lens); attend trade shows and industry-sponsored seminars, as approved; consult with industry representatives regarding trends in industry and employment standards for training, as appropriate; read literature to keep abreast of current technological developments; and participate in faculty/industry internships, as appropriate.

Student Recruitment/Job Placement - ESSENTIAL: Conduct tours of District facilities, as appropriate; visit local area “feeder schools” to enhance visibility of departmental programs; host departmental “open house” activities in conjunction with Career Connections functions; prepare program brochures that are culturally-responsive to the populations being reached; provide student career advisement, as appropriate; develop departmental student recruitment materials that are culturally-responsive to the populations being reached; interact with local industry representatives to attempt to place departmental students in internships and permanent positions; give presentations to high school classes, as appropriate; assist departmental students to develop resumes and cover letters for job applications, as appropriate; coordinate industry recruitment visitations to the Computer Science department; solicit and make recommendations for student scholarships from businesses and industries; and coordinate student internships with local industries. PERIPHERAL: Attend local job fairs, as approved; make presentations to local area school boards, as requested; and work with local area high schools to develop a pool of potential departmental students.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
CCC Minimum Qualifications Handbook

Degree/Experience Requirements:

Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering OR Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Science or Computer Engineering AND a Master’s degree in Mathematics, Cybernetics, Business Administration, Accounting, or any field of 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 Master’s degree in Information Science, Computer Information Systems, or Information Systems OR the equivalent.

Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, LiveScan, and tuberculosis examination as required.

Verification of prior employment (teaching or work experience) may be needed to determine minimum qualifications met.

Copies of transcripts MUST be attached to the application (photocopies & unofficial transcripts are accepted).

EQUIVALENCY INFORMATION
Did you know that you can also determine if you meet the minimum qualifications by going through an equivalency process? The equivalency process helps determine if coursework taken and/or professional experience meets the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

If claiming equivalency, please attach the Request for Equivalency Hearing form. The equivalency form may be found at: Sierra College Human Resources .

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees and other relevant documents.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION
Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees and other relevant documents. A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.
Companies that provide transcript evaluation services:

• World Education Services
• Educational Credential Evaluators

Knowledge of:

ESSENTIAL Computer Science and related fields; principles of Object-Oriented Programming; programming in Java; HTML programming; the Internet, including history, protocols, networking, and security; networking software and hardware principles; data communications; computer applications software, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentation programs, and desktop publishing; computer operating systems, including Windows, MacOS, and Linux; and methods to successfully support individuals with varying backgrounds, which includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities, sexual orientation, individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups. PERIPHERAL: Full-stack web development, including JavaScript, CSS, and SQL; teaching practices, methods, and techniques.

Ability to:

ESSENTIAL: Provide interactive lectures in front of large and small groups of students; explain Computer Science concepts and processes in a logical, sequential fashion; type/keyboard and/or utilize mouse to operate and configure microcomputers and peripherals; provide students with a "hands on" learning experience in a laboratory setting; form and maintain effective working relationships with peers, staff and students; work independently and collaboratively to solve problems; participate in SC4 (Sierra College Community, Creativity, Culture, and Collaboration) activities; apply an equity-minded framework and ensure programs, services and processes are designed and delivered to meet the varying needs of all constituents; to interact and work effectively with a diverse population utilizing exceptional interpersonal and intercultural skills; exercise sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff; and develop activities and assignments to address diverse learning styles.

Physical Suitability Requirements:

ESSENTIAL: Incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors in a classroom/laboratory environment engaged in moderately active work and do the following, with or without reasonable accommodation: Almost constantly : Read printed and written materials and computer screens, stand upright and forward flexing, often for long periods of time, to deliver lectures and assist students in laboratories; lift (from overhead, waist and floor levels, max. 40 lbs.) and carry (max. 40 lbs.) to move equipment and training aids in and out of storage and between classrooms and laboratories; stoop, bend, squat, kneel; push and pull to utilize hand trucks and carts to move equipment and supplies; Frequently : Utilize speech and hearing to communicate in person, before groups, over the telephone and to hear sound prompts from equipment and to respond to students’ questions; utilize manual and finger dexterity and fine motor skills to use tools and equipment and to demonstrate visual aids and use of equipment; walk, to move about classroom, laboratory, and campus environment; reach (from overhead and low levels) to demonstrate principles and techniques in a laboratory setting.

Supplemental Information

WHY SIERRA?

• One of Aspen Institute’s Top 150 Community Colleges in the nation
• The Accrediting Commission recognized Sierra “for its exemplary practice of providing personnel with opportunities for continued professional development in order to meet its mission.” This includes providing students and employees with a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our students, etc.
• Sierra has a commitment to culturally-responsive strategies and methods, and therefore all newly hired faculty participate in a Faculty Equity and Inclusion Certificate
• State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)
• Competitive benefits package
• 175 day per year contract
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (in most cases)

Sierra College is a Community College located near Sacramento, California where a heavy emphasis is placed on academic excellence and student success. Since its founding in 1936, Sierra College has focused on quality instruction and meeting the evolving needs of the students and communities that it serves. The Sierra Community College District covers more than 3,200 square miles and serves the Northern California foothill counties of Placer and Nevada, as well as parts of El Dorado and Sacramento. We serve over 17,000 students throughout the region in both on-ground and online courses, including students at our main Rocklin Campus as well as at three centers located in Grass Valley, Tahoe/Truckee, and Roseville. Our District prides itself on academic excellence.

Sierra College has a strong commitment to the achievement of equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students and values the rich, diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. A strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities and sexual orientations, as well as individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups. Our District is committed to providing strategies for success and proactive student-centered practices and policies focused on eliminating equity gaps to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment focused on strategies for success and equitable outcomes for all.

As an institution, Sierra College is committed to eliminating the equity gap in all student populations with dynamic, learner-centered practices and policies that fully engage the college community. The ideal candidate will share the College’s commitment to helping its racially and socioeconomically diverse students succeed in their degree and career objectives. Currently, Sierra College enrolls 17,800 students per term, where approximately: 23% of Sierra College’s students are Latin(o)(a)(x)(e), 3% are African-American/Black, 2% are Filipino, 6% are Asian, 1% are American Indian/Alaskan Native, 8% are Multiethnic and 55% are White.

The successful candidate will join a College dedicated to the use of culturally responsive teaching strategies and methods that meet the varying needs of our students and ensure a successful learning environment. Sierra College demonstrates its commitment to equity by supporting ongoing professional development for students, faculty, and staff. These opportunities include trainings and workshops on equity and inclusion, a Faculty Equity and Inclusion Certificate series, active Academic Senate standing committees concerned with student success and equity, a Presidential Equity Advisory Committee (PEAC), culturally responsive student engagement centers, support for our undocumented and AB540 students, campus-wide equity summits, a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our diverse students.

COMPENSATION
Placement on the District’s Faculty Salary Schedule is dependent upon years of experience and level of education. Entry-level is from $66,812.56 to $89,535.23 at the time of employment. The current highest salary attainable after employment is $119,985.75. The District offers a very competitive benefits package, which includes health and welfare as well as income protection. Employees also will be members of the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). Sick leave, sabbatical, and other leaves are available according to the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

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REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
There are four (4) required documents to apply for this position:
Employment ApplicationResume or Curriculum VitaeApplicable transcripts with conferred degree and date (unofficial transcripts are accepted) Please respond to the prompt below for your Teaching Philosophy Statement. You will need to write this statement on a separate document and upload the attachment at the end of the application.

• What do you feel are the best strategies for supporting historically underrepresented and underserved students? Specifically, what are the key factors that contribute to their success and the closing of equity gaps in the classroom, particularly for African-American, Latin(o)(a)(x)(e), and Native American students with intersecting identities, such as LGBTQIA+, visible and invisible disabilities, and any other disproportionately impacted populations?
• What role should faculty play in student success?
• Describe how your teaching approach has changed/evolved since you began teaching. Provide examples of what motivated the change(s).
• How does your teaching approach reflect your teaching philosophy in ensuring equitable student success?

Helpful Tip:
Please note that as described above a strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds; and therefore, hiring committees assess candidates for these knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applicants may want to consider incorporating culturally-inclusive/equity-minded strategies practiced and/or evidence of the responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, and cultural diversity of community college student populations throughout their application materials (including application and documents uploaded, if any).

Please see the Sierra College website for additional helpful tips and tools for prospective applicants .

Travel expenses may be partially reimbursed for candidates traveling beyond a 150 mile radius for second round interviews. All other travel expenses will be borne by the candidate (if in person interviews).

Terms and Conditions of Employment:
Other terms and conditions of employment are specified in the applicable collective bargaining agreements on file in the District Human Resources Department. Position description of record on file in the Human Resources Department.

*Sierra Community College District currently operates campuses in Rocklin, Roseville, Truckee and Grass Valley. In its management of a multi-campus environment, the District reserves right of assignment including the right to change assignment locations and shift assignments based on District need. Although this position may currently reside at the Rocklin campus, the assignment location may be subject to change as needed. Additionally, the district reserves the right to cancel, revise or re-announce this position as well as any and all positions at any time.

EEO / TITLE IX EMPLOYER
Sierra College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination and the achievement of diversity and equity among its faculty, staff, and students.

Persons with inquiries about the application of Title IX and/or EEO may contact the Director of Diversity, EEO & Title IX (Title IX Coordinator) at the address below, at (916) 660-7006 or via email at EEOT9@sierracollege.edu .

Persons with questions regarding reasonable accommodation of physical and other disabilities should contact the Sierra College Human Resources Department at (916) 660-7105.

If you have limitations hearing or speaking, the State of California offers a specially-trained Communications Assistant (CA) that can relay telephone conversations for all of your calls. Dial 711 to reach the California Relay Service (CRS). Dialing 711 is for everyone, not just those who have difficulty hearing on a standard phone. If you prefer having your calls immediately answered in your mode of communication, dial one of the toll-free modality and language-specific numbers below. The call will be routed to the CRS provider.

TTY/VCO/HCO to Voice
English 1-800-735-2929
Spanish 1-800-855-3000

Voice to TTY/VCO/HCO
English 1-800-735-2922
Spanish 1-800-855-3000

From or to Speech-to- Speech
English & Spanish 1-800-854-7784

Sierra Community College offers benefit packages to full-time employees including: family coverage health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) OR State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) retirement, income protection, life insurance, sick leave, vacation, and holidays as provided according to District policy.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$66,812.56 - $89,535.23 Annually