The Adjunct Computer Engineering Technology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and industry standard instruction in computer engineering topics through the use of seated, online, and lab courses. The Instructor is responsible for providing innovative and engaging instruction and ensuring that course topics and examples evolve with advancements in the field. The Adjunct Computer Engineering Technology Instructor reports to the program chair and to the Dean of Business and Industry. The Instructor will maintain the program equipment, ensure lab orderliness and safety, and stay abreast of industry-standard practices. Outside of the classroom, the Adjunct Instructor may also assist the Program and College in student recruiting efforts.

Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the College:

Mastery of Subject Matter

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the teaching discipline
• Display ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of the field or discipline
• Connect the subject matter with related fields
• Stay current in the subject matter through professional development; involvement in professional organizations; and attending professional meetings, conferences, and/or workshops
• Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate

Teaching Performance

• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs
• Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the Internet, interactive technology, etc., when appropriate
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate student assignments
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives

Evaluation of Student Learning

• Establish and follow meaningful learning objectives
• Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course objectives
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades each semester according to established deadlines
• Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances

Support of College Policies and Procedures

• Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Exercise stewardship of college facilities, materials, and resources
• Comply with responsibilities as cited in the Lenoir Community College Catalog, Faculty Handbook, Handbook for Distance Education, Policy Manual, and Procedures Manual

Other Duties

• Direct students in laboratory classes; train and supervise activities of students in lab settings; assist students with lab assignments and related activities
• Ensure that equipment, materials, and other resources, such as instructional aids are available for classes
• Take a lead role in maintaining lab equipment; and if needed, perform simple maintenance during class time
• Make arrangements for equipment repairs when machines break down

Working Conditions

• Typical classroom or online teaching environment
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, crouching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
• Infrequent sitting at a desk or workstation using a telephone, computer, keyboard, and mouse

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, political affiliation, or disability.