Adjunct - Information Technology (Networking) Instructor

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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

Position Summary Information Job Description Summary The Adjunct Information Technology Networking Instructor is responsible for delivering curriculum with an emphasis on hands-on learning and practical application. The instructor will teach topics such as networking, cybersecurity, Microsoft Windows Server, cloud-based technologies, hardware and software support, and IT project management. The successful candidate will have relevant industry experience and a demonstrated interest in guiding and mentoring students preparing for careers in the IT field. Classes may be in-seat or hybrid formats. This role teaches both introductory & intermediate courses in IT. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in information technology, information systems, or a closely related field from an accredited university. Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, cloud-based technologies, and managing routers & switches along with their real- world applications. Strong presentation skills, the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and faculty and commitment to student learning and development. Three years of work-related experience within the IT industry.

Preferred Qualifications Applicable IT certifications:

o

CompTIA:

A+, Network+, or Security+ o

Cisco:

CCNA or CCST o

AWS :

Certified Cloud Practitioner o AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Two years of prior teaching, training, or technical mentoring experience, preferably at the community college or university level.

Virtualization & Infrastructure:

o Proficiency in VMWare Workstation, Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms o Experience in designing or managing virtualized network environments.

Other Information Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach courses during the hours and locations outlined for the course. Grade homework, quizzes, tests, final exams, and student labs. Document grades in Learning Management System (Moodle) and perform final outcomes assessment with course leader. Create course materials, assignments, assessments, and laboratory exercises. Continually update course content to reflect current industry trends and emerging technologies. Work comfortably with a diverse student population, including dual-enrolled high school students, traditional college students, and nontraditional college students. Utilize a variety of student engagement strategies in the classroom to ensure active student participation. Be accessible to students and respond timely to their inquiries. Grade assignments and course(s) in accordance with the College's Guidelines/timelines. Able to use computer technology including presentation software and the course management platform (Moodle). Work cooperatively with course-lead and other faculty. Become familiar with rules, regulations, administrative practices, guidelines and policies of the College. Maintain regular office hours for student consultations and mentoring. The duties listed in this job description are not all-inclusive, but a list of the major responsibilities. Additional duties not noted in the job description may be assigned by a supervisor. All applicants must demonstrate the ability to promote active and collaborative learning through a variety of teaching methods, as well as relate to students. Excellent organization and communication skills as well as the demonstrated use of instructional technology are required. Special Instructions to Applicants Physical Requirements Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: 1. The physical activity of this position. A. Crouching. Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. B. Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. C. Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. D. Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. E. Fingering. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. F. Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. G. Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. 2. The physical requirements of this position. Light work. Exerting up to twenty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to ten pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. 3. The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception, and field vision. The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc. 4. The conditions the employee will be subject to in this position. The employee is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the employee to shout to be heard above ambient noise level. Close Date 05/31/2026 Quicklink https://swmich.peopleadmin.com/postings/5265 Reference Requests Reference Request Details Accept References Yes Minimum Requests 3 Maximum Requests 3 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Academic Transcripts Optional Documents Portfolio Optional Documents