Job Summary

We are seeking a knowledgeable and student-focused adjunct faculty member to teach a course focused on network protocols, traffic analysis, and IP addressing concepts. The instructor will guide students in understanding how common network protocols operate within modern networks and will provide hands-on experience using Wireshark to capture and analyze real network traffic. This course supports students pursuing careers in network administration, cybersecurity, and information technology.

The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for instruction and assessment in the following areas:

• Network protocol fundamentals and layered network models
• Packet capture and traffic analysis using Wireshark
• Analysis of common network protocols, including:
  • ARP-Address Resolution Protocol
  • IP-Internet Protocol
  • TCP-Transmission Control Protocol
  • UDP-User Datagram Protocol
  • ICMP-Internet Control Message Protocol
  • DNS-Domain Name System
  • DHCP-Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
  • HTTP-Hypertext Transfer Protocol
  • RIP-Routing Information Protocol
  • EIGRP-Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol
• IP addressing concepts:
• Troubleshooting basic network connectivity and performance issues

This is a pooled position. The department reviews applications as positions become available.
This position is paid at $1,056 per instructional unit.
*Please attach resume or curriculum vitae, copy of transcripts, or other documents for consideration.*

1) In accordance with SLCC policy, adjunct positions are offered on a semester-by-semester basis with no guarantee of continued employment.
2) Official transcripts are required for those who are offered employment within in 30 days of hire.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats
• Develop and facilitate hands-on labs and activities using Wireshark and networking tools
• Explain complex networking concepts in a clear, accessible manner for diverse learners
• Assess student learning through assignments, labs, quizzes, and exams
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student success
• Maintain current course materials aligned with industry practices and program outcomes
• Hold regular office hours and respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
• Maintain compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and safety guidelines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to translate theoretical networking concepts into practical, real-world applications
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and student engagement
• Ability to support students with varying levels of technical background
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

Work Environment

• Classroom and computer lab environments with hands-on networking tools
• May include evening teaching assignments depending on program needs

*All Faculty will maintain an on-site campus presence to encourage in-person relationships and create engaging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences unless approved for on-line only courses.
You are employed as an Adjunct Faculty member/ Instructor on a contract-to-contract basis, with no future expectation or obligation for employment.
Your employment may be terminated At Will at any time.
You are required to maintain professional boundaries with all SLCC students.*

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Networking, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field(and)
  • Two years relevant experience in related field
  • Demonstrated experience with:
    • Network protocols (TCP/IP suite)
    • Packet capture and analysis using Wireshark or similar tools.
    • IP addressing, subnetting, VLSM, and CIDR
    • Teaching experience or demonstrated ability to effectively train adult learners
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Must be available to teach in-person lecture courses at SLCC campuses on a regular basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field
• Industry certifications such as:
  • CompTIA Network+
  • Cisco CCNA (or higher)
  • CompTIA Security+
• Professional experience in network administration, network engineering, or cybersecurity
• Experience teaching in a community college, technical college, or workforce education environment
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard)