Instructor – Computer Engineering Technology

Title: Instructor – Computer Engineering Technology
Salary Range: 51,500.00
Contract Term Length: 10 Months
Standard Hours: 37.50
Work Location: Hybrid, up to 2 days discretionary remote (after the probationary period)
FLSA Status: Exempt
College: Gateway Community & Technical College, Boone Campus
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 to join our Computer Information Technology program as part of a Computer Engineering Technology program expansion. The ideal candidate must be committed to student success, responsiveness to student needs, and able to teach courses in hardware/software, networking, and programming (ideally, C). Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to support enrollment growth, build relationships/partnerships with businesses and industries, and promote the Computer Engineering Technology program in the Northern Kentucky area. Candidates who may find their backgrounds or credentials may not fully align are still encouraged to apply and allow us to review!


**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.

10-month faculty contracts span the academic year, typically from August to May, with no course assignments during June and July. Although the contract covers 10 months, the salary is spread over 12 months, ensuring a consistent monthly salary.
Benefits are provided year-round. Renewal of the contract depends on factors such as student enrollment and available funding.

Job Duties:

• Teach assigned hardware/software, networking, and programming courses.
  
• 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 in departmental functions including attending advisory committee meetings, maintaining relations with industry partners, and prospective student recruitment activities.
  
• Maintain any industry certifications needed to teach assigned courses with cost borne by the college.
  
• 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.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering technology or computer information technology.
  
• Minimum of 2 years’ work experience as a computer engineering technologist, computer hardware software maintenance technologist, digital systems designer, digital systems tester, computer software manager, computer software database manager, or substantially similar role.
  
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  
• High attention to detail, independent, self-motivated, adaptable to fast-paced environments.
  
• Professional and courteous communication at all levels, both internally and externally.
  
• Clear verbal and written skills.
  
• Efficiently prioritize and meet deadlines.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word).
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in computer engineering technology or computer information technology.
  
• 3-5 years’ work experience in a manufacturing environment as a computer engineering technologist, computer hardware software maintenance technologist, digital systems designer, digital systems tester, computer software manager, computer software database manager, or substantially similar role.
  
• 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 working with and understanding students from diverse backgrounds
  
• Experience in academic advising and supporting student success
  
• Previous experience in a community college setting
  
• Previous experience with English language learners
  

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Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.