Computer Information Technology Instructor and Program Coordinator for Computer Engineering Technology

Title: Computer Information Technology Instructor and Program Coordinator for Computer Engineering Technology

Salary: 51,230

Contract Term Length: 10 Months

Standard Hours: 37.5

Work Location: Hybrid

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Gateway Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Gateway Boone

Department: Business, IT and Professional Studies

Total Rewards

Gateway Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

Gateway Community & Technical College is seeking an exceptional and energetic individual as an instructor in our Computer Information Technology (CIT) program and to serve as the Program Coordinator for the Computer Engineering Technology Program. The ideal candidate must be willing to teach and mentor the next generation of IT and Engineering Technology professionals through teaching excellence, quality advising, and relationship/partnership building with local industries particularly in the area of manufacturing. The ideal candidate must be willing to set standards of excellence in the industry and maintain continuous contact with the area business and industry community to ensure Gateway remains current with job entry requirements, current CIT and CET technology trends, and equipment.

Job Duties:

• Teach assigned courses in computer information technology and, if appropriately credentialed, circuits and digital logic.
  
• Advise computer engineering technology students.
  
• Facilitate instruction using multiple modalities (in-person, hybrid, and online).
  
• Post and maintain office hours.
  
• Participate in the assessment of course and program student learning outcomes.
  
• Assist fully in departmental functions including lab maintenance, equipment inventory, attending advisory committee meetings, maintaining relations with industry partners, and prospective student recruitment activities.
  
• Maintain industry certifications to teach assigned courses (costs covered by GCTC).
  
• Participate in the life of the college through internal service opportunities.
  
• Represent the college through external service opportunities in the community.
  
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
  
• Assume leadership roles where appropriate.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer information technology, information technology, or a substantially related field.
• Candidates with an associate degree in information technology and substantial industry experience will be considered.
  
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in IT.
  
• Current IT industry certifications or willingness to obtain industry certifications (college funded).
  
• Excellent organizational skills; high attention to detail; independent; self-motivated; able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with many individuals at all levels throughout the internal college environment and external business and community partners, representing himself/herself professionally and courteously.
  
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and, in writing.
  
• Ability to multi-task, work under deadlines, and prioritize projects to meet deadlines with high levels of efficiency and accuracy.
  
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Word).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in computer information technology, computer engineering technology, electrical and electronic engineering/engineering technology, or a substantially related field preferred.
  
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in industry preferred with experience in manufacturing highly preferred.
  
• Current IT industry certifications.
  
• Experience working at the community college level is preferred.
  
• Experience working with English language learners and/or fluency in Spanish and/or French is preferred.
  
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (such as Blackboard, Canvas, etc.)
  
• Significant teaching experience, particularly at the college level
  
• Strong dedication to enhancing student learning and achievement.
  
• Experience in academic advising and supporting student success.
  
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and teaching methods is highly valued.
  

**Applicants selected for an interview will be required to give a short (approximately 15 minutes) teaching demonstration on the topic to be determined prior to the interview.

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