Game and Simulation Instructor

Game and Simulation Instructor

Employer

Wayne Community College
3000 Wayne Memorial Drive
Goldsboro, NC 27534
Phone: 919-735-5151

Job Location

Goldsboro, NC

Salary/Grade

$38,106 - $47,637

Benefits

State of NC Benefits

Job Category

  • Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: Thursday, March 18, 2021
Closes: Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Target Start Date

Monday, August 16, 2021

Expected Work Hours

M-F, Semester Hours

Reports to

Department Chair, Information Systems Technology

Employment Type

Full Time, 9 Month Contract

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in a computer-related field is required. A history of progressive game and simulation mastery is required. The applicant must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and have experience using information technology with the ability to work collaboratively with others. A valid North Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record is required.

 

Applicants must provide access to a digital portfolio showcasing gaming experience and accomplishments. The portfolio must be accessible via a URL posted in the resume that is uploaded during completion of the online application.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of instructional experience is preferred. Experience working with a diverse population to include students, faculty, staff, and the general public is preferred. Experience with any of the following technologies is preferred: Moodle, Google Meet, Maya, ZBrush, Adobe CC, Unreal, Unity 3D, Substance Painter, HoloLens, Oculus, motion capture, C#. Online teaching experience is preferred but not required. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Position Description

The instructor is responsible for teaching a broad range of game and simulation courses, which may include on-campus and off-campus classes during the day, evening, weekend, and online. This position will include course development where applicable, designing and implementing learning strategies for students, timely submission of reports, participation on assigned committees, proactively staying current in information technologies, selecting hands-on technologies appropriate for research and student learning, maintaining instructional records, developing and evaluating course and program learning outcomes, and participation in professional development. The instructor supports student learning outside the classroom by holding regular office hours on campus and virtually to provide additional resources outside of class. The instructor responds to emails and participates in voice and video calls in a timely manner. Duties include public relations, serving as a liaison between the college and local industry and recruiting for programs within the Information Systems Technology Department and Business and Computer Technologies Division. Other duties include coordinating the curriculum through interaction with the department chair, program advisory committee, and employers. The instructor supervises students in work-based learning, assists graduates with job referral, represents the college with educational agencies and the community at large, and performs all other duties as assigned by the department chair. The instructor must have a high energy level and professional presence to develop quick rapport with faculty, employers and students. The instructor will proactively use a variety of professional development resources, which may include web-based, in-state travel and out-of-state travel when available. This position requires the ability to exert moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling and could involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 20 pounds) and occasionally heavier weight (up to 50 pounds).

If selected for employment, the applicant must submit to a criminal background check and drug screening.

INSTITUTION:  Wayne Community College is a member of the North Carolina Community College system.  Located in Goldsboro, NC, the college serves Wayne and adjoining counties.  Wayne Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  A Tobacco Free Campus as of August 1, 2009.

How to Apply

Submit an employment application and all supporting materials, including copies of certifications and post-secondary transcripts via ApplicantOne at https://www.waynecc.edu/jobs.  No paper applications will be accepted.  Applications will be screened and the most qualified applicants interviewed.  All applicants will be notified once the position has been filled.

Job Post Contact

Human Resources: wcc-hr@waynecc.edu