Adjunct Professor, Computer Information Systems; CIS

Position: Adjunct Professor, Computer Information Systems (CIS)
Location : 2600 South First Street Temple, TX
Job Type: Part-Time (Faculty)
Job Number: 00441
Division: Business and Career Professions
Department: Computer Info Sys. Faculty
Opening Date: 07/14/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Grade: Faculty
Salary Grade Ranking: Masters
Total hours required per week: A minimum of eight (8) hours per week for a three (3) semester hour class.
Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in the discipline or a Master's degree and 18 semester credit hours in the discipline.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

None
Work Schedule: Schedule will vary due to departmental commitments.

This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.

Position Summary & Essential Duties

The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

(KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.

SUMMARY:
Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches courses as scheduled, cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship, and engages the students in active learning. The incumbent will make recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. The incumbent will perform administrative aspects of instruction in a timely manner. The incumbent will need to be able to teach in Hutto at the East Williamson County Higher Education Center or the Temple College main campus.

Qualifications (Required and Preferred)

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):
Master's degree in the discipline or a Master's degree and 18 semester credit hours in the discipline.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
None

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

• Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory and clinic work, and assignments, and papers as appropriate to discipline.
• Administer, compile, and grade examinations as assigned.
• Instruct Distance Ed and Dual Credit Courses as assigned.
• Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
• Engage students in active learning.
• Develop clear and innovative syllabi and course material.
• Demonstrates professional written and oral skills in communications with students.
• Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
• Incorporates best practices.
• Maintain accessibility to students for advisement and consultation.
• Seek feedback to improve quality of teaching.
• Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth.
• Participate in academic/professional organizations.
• Develop and implement innovative course content based on current pedagogy.
• Evidence a willingness to incorporate new concepts and theories to enhance professional growth.
• Integrate a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking to problem solve within the classroom, the department, and the institution.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
• Fosters collegiality within the department.
• Evidence timely completion of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities.
• Participate in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.
• Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
• Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• As a Temple College Employee, actively engage in the Temple College mission of creating a culture of caring by providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers and embracing the core values of Temple College:
  Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Respect.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

& Physical Demands

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and…