Information Technology Instructor, Workforce Development (Multiple Positions)

Category: Workforce Development/Adult Basic Education (ABE) Subscribe: Department: Workforce Development Locations: Springfield, MA Posted: Dec 4, 2023 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: PT No Benefits Position ID: 170522 About Springfield Technical Community College :

Located on 35 acres of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site and founded in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a major resource for the economic vitality of Western Massachusetts. As the only technical community college in Massachusetts, STCC offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital Multimedia, IT Security, Nursing, Robotics, Sonography, Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advance Manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year. STCC's highly-regarded transfer programs in Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Science and Technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, STCC is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Respect, is one of the Core Values of the College and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect, we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all. Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

Job Description:

Springfield Technical Community College Division of Workforce Development is seeking passionate and knowledgeable in person adjunct instructors to contribute to the delivery of diverse Information Technology computing related courses. We are in search of innovative candidates who are ready to instruct cutting-edge computing concepts in a Boot Camp model to adult students preparing for their CompTIA certification exams using the TestOUT training learning management system. This program is designed to develop students skills so they can successfully obtain employment after completing the progressing training program in cybersecurity. Students will receive in person instruction with a limited distance learning environment. Students will progress through the program in pursuit of the following certifications:

• IT+ Fundamentals - designed to support students and career changers with no prior experience in information technology. This training will provide foundational tech skills.

• A+ - validates and expands the entry-level skills required in today's essential IT domains, including computer repair, software and operating systems, network administration, information security, cloud computing, and troubleshooting of both desktops and mobile devices.

• Network+ - students will demonstrate competencies as an entry-level network professional. This training develops IT professionals' expertise in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing, and configuring computer networks.

• Security+ - students will demonstrate foundational knowledge in cybersecurity. The curriculum will validate an IT security professional's skills in threat mitigation and response, security architecture, compliance and risk management, and security operations for preparation into the exciting Cyber Security work environment

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver high energy CompTIA certification course using CompTIA slides and online tools, incorporating real world scenarios.

• Provide instruction with clear objectives and agenda in line with the needs of adult learners.

• Ensure students are working toward course objectives and completing their online learning lessons and labs.

• Instruct students how to use their CompTIA online learning products through TestOut Labsim Training tools and other multimedia presentation formats.

• Provide engaging activities so learners are actively participating.

• Adjust instructional practices in line with feedback provided by students and supervisor.

• Maintain accurate student attendance records.

• Access, respect, and maintain the confidentiality of student information.

• Ensure students are registered to take their certification exam before the course concludes.

• Encourage and motivate students to complete their coursework, attend office hours for extra help, and provide 1:1 guidance, if necessary.

• Adhere to STCC, CompTIA's and TestOut Instructor Standards and Guidelines.

Requirements:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment, and with current and prospective students and staff of various learning styles, cultures, identities, and life-experiences.

• Current CompTIA certification (or equivalent TestOut certification) for the course you are teaching.

• 3 years of experience teaching in the specific topic or related experience.

• Familiarity with a variety of the CompTIA concepts, practices, and procedures.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in English.

• Ability to work with second language learners and translate technical terms/processes into lay terms.

• Experience working with instructional technology tools and web based Learning Management Systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of technical teaching experience in English

• Ability to provide bilingual instruction in Spanish and English

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: $50 - $70 per hour of instruction

Benefits: No

Union: Non-Union

Grant Funded: No

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:

Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.

Application Instructions:

All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references.

Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY

Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's for Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Springfield Technical Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.

URL: www.stcc.edu