Kirkwood Community College - Cedar Rapids, IA
posted about 2 months ago
The instructor for Web Applications/Computer Software Development at Kirkwood Community College is tasked with advancing the college's mission, vision, principles, values, and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions. This role involves fostering student learning by effectively teaching coursework in the area of Web Applications and Computer Software Development. The instructor will be responsible for a course load of 15 credit hours per semester, with teaching schedules assigned by the dean. This may include teaching at various Kirkwood locations and in a variety of delivery formats, including online, virtual, and face-to-face classes. Instructors may also be required to teach during evenings and weekends. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the instructor is expected to contribute professional expertise through non-teaching activities to the department, program, and college. This includes participating in curriculum development, revision, and assessment activities at various levels, discussing program and career options with students, and maintaining relationships with K12, transfer, and community or industry partners. The instructor will also engage in professional development activities and actively seek information about developing trends and ideas in the field. The position requires a commitment to creating a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment, advocating for continual improvement, and collaborating with mutual accountability. The instructor must be able to represent the college positively to prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community. The role demands strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with students, colleagues, and the general public.