The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is accepting applications for an Associate Instructor position in Computer Information Technology at Covington Branch Campus. The successful candidate will provide high-quality instruction, support student learning, and maintain a positive classroom and laboratory environment. The position places significant emphasis on teaching, evaluating student progress, and helping students develop the technical and employability skills needed for success.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Technical degree or diploma from an accredited institution preferred or as required by program area; Relevant CompTIA certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, Cloud+, and CySA+ are preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of recent hands-on experience in computer information technology, networking, cybersecurity, systems support, help desk support, computer repair, or a related IT field; five years preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, software installation, troubleshooting, networking fundamentals, cybersecurity practices, and end-user technical support.
- Communication skills necessary to serve as an effective instructor.
- Evidence of good character, organizational skills, professionalism, and mature judgment.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, the public, industry partners, faculty, and staff.
- Skill in managing deadlines and working in a team-oriented environment.
- Commitment to using technology in the teaching and learning process and staying current with instructional technologies.
Responsibilities
- Provide instruction to students in all assigned phases of the Computer Information Technology curriculum.
- Monitor, grade, and evaluate individual students' progress; maintain student records in the college's student records management software; maintain appropriate documentation; and submit timely reports.
- Maintain positive public relations with related industries and support an active program advisory committee.
- Collaborate with outside agencies and industry partners to establish work-based learning experiences for students as appropriate.
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Collaborate with K-12 education partners to support dual enrollment to full-time enrollment pathways as needed.
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Support curriculum development, program accreditation, daily lesson planning, student recruitment and placement, graduate follow-up, professional development, and student organization activities.
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Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of TCAT Northwest.