What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor - Computer Science position at Blinn College?
To perform the day-to-day operations of instructional programs on the assigned campus.
Essential Duties
Instruction and Classroom Management
Student Success
Assessment Duties
Professional Development and Service
Institutional Responsibilities
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Maintain access to students through office hours and electronic communication.
- Prepare, maintain and utilize an accurate course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution.
- Utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media and educational resources.
- Maintain student participation and attendance in class.
- Conduct classes and final exams punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
Student Success
- Advise or refer students to available academic support, advising, and counseling services.
- Maintain a positive and professional relationship with students.
Assessment Duties
- Hold sole responsibility to assess students’ performances through a range of formative and summative assessments and provide constructive feedback in a timely manner.
- Assist in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
Professional Development and Service
- Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development opportunities and effective teaching methodologies.
- Actively engage in collegial activities in a professional manner across the department, college, and communities such as departmental meetings, committees, and Blinn College partner collaborations.
Institutional Responsibilities
- Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions.
- Comply with all college policies and procedures.
- Exhibit effective communication skills, both written and oral.
- Attend college orientations, required institutional meetings, and trainings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Master’s degree or higher with at least 18 graduate hours in computer science. All coursework must be from an accredited college or university.
Teaching Experience in Computer Science or highly related field (either at the college or secondary level) required.
Preferred Experience and Training
Teaching Experience in Computer Science or highly related field (either at the college or secondary level) required.
College teaching experience.
Online teaching experience.
Digital game design / development experience.
In addition to a Master’s degree in Computer Science, a Master’s degree or 18 graduate-level hours in either Information Technology or Engineering desired.
Physical Requirements Required Degree, License or Certifications
Online teaching experience.
Digital game design / development experience.
In addition to a Master’s degree in Computer Science, a Master’s degree or 18 graduate-level hours in either Information Technology or Engineering desired.
Master’s degree or higher with at least 18 graduate hours in computer science. All coursework must be from an accredited college or university.
Special Notes To Applicants
This is a perpetual job posting. Applications are accepted at any time;
Applications lacking a cover letter, resume, and transcripts will be considered incomplete and may not be reviewed.
Requested documents should be attached as PDF files to this application.
Official transcripts will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be attached to this application for review; but, if employed, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts must be sent by the degree-granting institution directly to Blinn College (c/o Dean, Engineering, Computer Technology and Innovation, 902 College Ave., Brenham, TX 77833). Additionally, transcripts may be sent electronically to mhibbs@blinn.edu.
All foreign transcripts must be accompanied by a credential evaluation from a certified agency.
Names and means of contact (email address or telephone number) of three references must be included in resume or CV.
A short teaching demonstration will be required if the applicant is selected for interview.
Credentials
Applications lacking a cover letter, resume, and transcripts will be considered incomplete and may not be reviewed.
Requested documents should be attached as PDF files to this application.
Official transcripts will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be attached to this application for review; but, if employed, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts must be sent by the degree-granting institution directly to Blinn College (c/o Dean, Engineering, Computer Technology and Innovation, 902 College Ave., Brenham, TX 77833). Additionally, transcripts may be sent electronically to mhibbs@blinn.edu.
All foreign transcripts must be accompanied by a credential evaluation from a certified agency.
Names and means of contact (email address or telephone number) of three references must be included in resume or CV.
A short teaching demonstration will be required if the applicant is selected for interview.
The College assigns appropriately credentialed faculty members in support of educational quality and the mission of the College, in keeping with Board policy DBA LOCAL-X (Employment Requirements and Restrictions – Credentials and Records: Credentials). College policy is consistent with sound educational practice and SACSCOC guidelines. Primary consideration is given to the highest degree earned in the discipline. Furthermore, Blinn College’s Faculty Credentialing Guidelines table specifies recommended credentials for each rubric within the college’s course inventory.
