Cisco CCNA Adjunct Instructor

About the Role

CIAT prepares students for professional success by offering practical training in today's most competitive technology fields. We are seeking educators and professionals with a passion for mentoring others to teach synchronous online courses.

Schedule

• Live classes scheduled twice per week on Monday and Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm (Pacific Time)
• Work from Home (remote work must be performed while residing in California, New Mexico, Florida, or Massachusetts)

Responsibilities

• Teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams on Monday and Tuesday every week
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning and engagement
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students
• Maintain current certifications in subjects taught
• Demonstrate thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline
• Connect subject matter with related fields
• Stay current in subject matter through professional development, professional organizations, and attending meetings, conferences, or workshops
• Ensure Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student attendance and grade records
• Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instruction, quality of education, scheduled class hours, and CIAT policies
• Submit documentation: sign-in attendance, pre-post exams, lab sheets, student snapshots, and accreditation/state required documents
• Communicate requirements for textbooks, handouts, supplies, equipment, exam vouchers, and other items with sufficient notice
• Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in implementation of new projects and ideas
• Adhere to CIAT business casual attire (neat, clean, without rips or holes; polo shirts accommodated; T-shirts, caps, hooded sweaters, and shorts not permitted)

Requirements

• Provide official transcripts of bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Current CCNA certification
• At least three years' experience in the respective field OR two years of teaching experience
• Synchronous online teaching experience preferred
• Advanced subject matter expertise preferred with commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effective presentation, communication, and technology skills
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as learning technologies such as Canvas
• Work independently with minimal supervision, with high level of dependability
• Ability to multitask and problem-solve rapidly and effectively in a timely manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective lesson plans that meet diverse student needs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Possess high ethical standards and professionalism
• Compliance with all college policies, procedures, and regulations
• Must embody CIAT's mission, vision, and values

Pay

$40 USD - $45 USD per hour

Physical Demands

• Sedentary position requiring sitting for extended periods
• Ability to type and use a computer while speaking to others
• Daily use of personal computer and related software at a workstation
• Repetitive hand movements while using a computer
• Requires dependability and excellent attendance
• May require occasional travel for CIAT business
• May frequently lift and move up to 10-15 pounds of materials
• Ability to compute simple mathematical calculations