CompTIA A+ Adjunct Instructor

Summary

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. The role involves teaching synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams, with a schedule designed to work well even for those with daytime jobs.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning and engagement
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students' needs
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students via a synchronous online format (Microsoft Teams)
• Current certifications in subjects taught

Subject Matter Expertise

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline
• Connect their subject matter with related fields
• Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops

Institutional Compliance

• Ensure Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student grade record information
• Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and the quality of education, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures
• Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new projects and ideas
• Adhere to CIAT business casual attire (neat, clean, without rips and holes; polo shirts accommodated)

Requirements

• Certification required: CompTIA A+
• Information Technology Instructors must provide official transcripts of bachelor's (or higher) degree and active/current certification on the subject being taught
• At least three years' experience in the respective field OR two years of teaching experience
• Advanced subject matter expertise preferred
• Synchronous online teaching preferred
• Effective presentation skills
• High level of flexibility, creativity, and dependability
• 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
• Ability to multitask
• Problem solves rapidly and effectively in a timely manner
• Works with a sense of urgency, while engaging and listening to coworkers from other departments
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the 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 the diverse needs of students
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others
• Compliance with all college policies, procedures, and regulations, including those related to academic integrity, student conduct, and instructional delivery
• Adhere to CIAT's compliance requirements to ensure all Federal, State, accreditation, and institutional policies and procedures are being met
• Follow communication guidelines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism
• Must be able to embody CIAT's mission, vision, purpose and values

Schedule

• Variable hour position; days and hours usually Monday through Friday, but weekend and evening hours may be required
• Live classes are scheduled twice a week (Monday and Tuesday) from 6:00pm-9:00pm PST

Pay

$38 - $42 USD