Adjunct Computer Science Instructors

Position Summary

The School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at Avila University is seeking qualified adjunct instructors to teach fully in person and/or hybrid-flex formatted computer science courses.

Responsibilities

• Lecture courses for computer science that would include C# programming language.
• Lecture courses for cybersecurity that would include basic introductory concepts and regulatory compliance.
• Provide instruction, activities, assignments, assessments, and feedback to adequately cover all objectives for the specific course(s) taught.
• Deliver content using effectual methods which are appropriate to students with differing abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experience.
• Perform other duties as needed related to assigned courses.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in specific discipline relevant to teaching responsibilities or a Master's degree in another area with 18 credit hours of discipline graduate coursework from an accredited university/college.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Teaching experience with a diverse population (preferred).
• Experience with online learning, especially with a Learning Management System such as Canvas (preferred).
• Multilingual skills highly preferred.
• Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Benefits

This is a full-time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University's comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and health insurance.

The Community

Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.