Faculty - Technologies (Cisco Academy) at TNBR Careers

Posted in Other 17 days ago.

Location: Memphis, Tennessee





Job Description:

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access college. Southwest has 6 campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs.


We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.


We invite you to become a part of the Southwest Team!


Title: Faculty - Technologies (Cisco Academy)



Employee Classification: Faculty



Institution: Southwest Tennessee Community College



Department: Technologies



Campus Location: STCC - Multiple Campus Locations



Job Summary


This is a full-time academic-year (9-month) term appointment reporting to the department chair of Technologies. The Cisco Networking Academy faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality, hands-on instruction in networking and information technology courses as part of the Cisco Networking Academy program.


The faculty member will prepare students for Cisco certifications and provide them with essential knowledge and skills in networking, cybersecurity, and related technologies. The faculty member is responsible for performing assigned duties during the day, evening, or weekend on any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus as assigned.


At a minimum, the related activities include instruction, instructional counseling, academic advising, serving on various committees, participating in local, state, regional, and national professional activities, and organizations.



Job Duties



  • Prepares and delivers lectures to students on topics such as cisco networking and teaches departmental courses during the day (usually four or five days per week), during the evening (usually two nights per week), and occasionally on Saturdays.

  • Compiles, administers, evaluates, and grades students' coursework, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers fairly and consistently; and keep students informed about their progress through the prompt grading of papers and other work.

  • Maintains office hours for students seeking academic advice, assists students with course-related problems outside of the classroom (tutoring), assists in the planning and implementation of the CQI (Continuous Quality Improvement) plan at the department and program levels.

  • Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

  • Writes student laboratory exercises and conducts student laboratory sessions for courses taught.

  • Participates in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities; college/departmental committee assignments and prepares departmental purchase requisitions.

  • Maintains accurate student attendance records, grades, and other required records in compliance with federal FERPA (Family Educational Rights Privacy Act) regulations.

  • May perform other duties as assigned by the program coordinator or department chair.



Minimum Qualifications



  • Bachelor's degree or AAS degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.


  • Cisco certifications such as CCNA, Cisco NetAcad Instructor are highly desirable.


  • CompTIA A+ certification.


  • In-depth knowledge of Cisco networking technologies and concepts.


  • A background check will be required for the successful candidate.



Preferred Qualifications



  • Previous teaching or training experience.

  • A minimum of three (3) years of field experience.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities



  • Effective communication and presentation skills.


  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.


  • Proficiency in using Cisco networking equipment and software


  • Knowledge of teaching in a college or university.


  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).


  • Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.


  • Ability to program in assembly language (Freescale (Motorola), Intel, etc.).


  • Ability to interact with an ever-growing population.




The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.


Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.



First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.



In order to be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:



  • Resume

  • Cover letter

  • Unofficial Transcripts


A summary of our benefits can be found below:



https://www.southwest.tn.edu/hr/benefits-overview.php



Incomplete applications will not be considered.



Southwest Tennessee Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.


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