Instructor, Artificial Intelligence CE- Adjunct Pool

Houston Community College - Houston, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructor, Artificial Intelligence CE-Adjunct Pool position at Houston Community College involves providing expertise and knowledge to support the college curriculum and programs. The role encompasses teaching, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service. The instructor will teach a specified number of hours each semester in their area of competency and participate in departmental activities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline.
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines.
• Plan, develop, and use a variety of innovative teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives/learning outcomes.
• Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives/learning outcomes and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.
• Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional and program/discipline needs.
• Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously, assisting the chair with routine maintenance of instructional laboratories where appropriate.
• Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.
• Submit all grades, attendance rosters, or any other required items at the stipulated time.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
• Make presentations on a particular academic field or program, its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study, and careers.
• May create and maintain a website dedicated to academic information.
• Work with Program Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department.
• Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the Program Director.
• Keep pace with developments in the discipline and learn innovative technologies that support student learning.
• Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises.
• Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities.
• Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/or committees.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS.
• Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs.
• Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
• Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or higher in a STEM-related field such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or other science major.
• 3+ years industrial experience in Networking, Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, AI/ML, System Support, Databases/Fulfillment, Storage, Electrical Systems, Software Design/Development, Gaming Design/Programming, Programming or Robotics.
• Expertise in machine learning and real-world experience in virtual systems, operating systems, assembly language, programming languages (C++, Python, Java, Objective-C, or Swift), cloud computing, reverse engineering, computer networks, information security, digital forensics, risk analysis & mitigation, or policy development.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
• Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Access to college resources and facilities
• Engagement in community service activities