DEFINITION:

Provide instruction, in class and online, to students who seek professional development in the area(s) of software and chatbot development. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

• Receives general supervision from Director, Workforce Development and/or Business & Industry Coordinator 
• Exercises no supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Provide classroom and online instruction to students
• Prepare lesson plans and schedule classroom activities
• Develop and prepare supplement materials to enhance lessons
• Develop and prepare tests to evaluate student performance; grade record individual scores
• Prepare students for industry recognized credentials and assessments
• Provide classroom demonstrations on various technology; develop assignments to provide hands on experience as appropriate
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance
• Maintain and submit all required paperwork in a neat, accurate and timely fashion, including but not limited to: class rosters, pay sheets, attendance forms and grade rosters
• Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area and in accordance with CFCC policies and guidelines

Other Important Functions:

• Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons and recommend improvements as needed
• Oversee and participate in field studies and assignments; travel with students to provide assistance and instruction as appropriate
• Provide guest speakers or field experts where appropriate

• Stay aware of new developments with the exams and preparation
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Software development and computer programming languages such as Python, Java, AWS, and/or C++. 
• Advanced knowledge of Python Programming, data bases, and mobile application development
• Chatbot development using industry standard programming tools.
• A variety of educational methods

Ability To:

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Communicate concisely and respectfully, both orally and in writing
• Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  1. Making observations
  2. Reading and writing
  3. Communicating with others
  4. Operating assigned equipment
  5. Handling varied tasks simultaneously
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
  1. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  2. Operating assigned equipment
  3. Handling varied tasks simultaneously 
• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  1. Making sound decisions
  2. Responding to questions
  3. Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Minimum Education/Training:

• BA or BS in Software Development, Software Engineering, Computer Programing or related field. 
• Relevant professional experience 

Minimum Experience:

• Work experience as a Software Developer or Computer Programming.  
• Experience creating databases and mobile applications 
• Teaching experience

Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills:

• Master’s Degree in Software Development, Software Engineering, Computer Programing, or related 
• Work experience as a Senior Software Developer. 
• Five years’ of advanced Software Development experience. 
• Certified Associate in Python Programming  (PCAP) or Certified Professional in Python Programming (PCPP) 

Supplemental Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Instruction may occur day and evening

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.

• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If the highest level of education is a High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.

• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master’s degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.