Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY) – Computer Science

Job Description

Position Title

Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY) – Computer Science

Special Instructions to Applicants

The APECS (Astro, Physics, Engineering and Computer Science) Department at Contra Costa College is accepting applications for an Adjunct Faculty (part-time). This is a temporary assignment that begins in August 2026.

Description of Position

The APECS (Astro, Physics, Engineering and Computer Science) Department at Contra Costa College is accepting applications for an Adjunct Faculty (part-time). This is a temporary assignment that begins in August 2026.

The teaching assignment will mainly include Introductory Programming (COMP-112), Python (COMP-110), and Object-Oriented Programming, as well as specialized coursework in Data Science.

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping to develop the Data Science program, ensuring the curriculum meets industry standards and provides clear transfer pathways for our students. The assignment may also include working with learning communities that support African American students, Latinx students, or other groups to ensure equitable access to high-demand careers in data and technology.

The student population of Contra Costa College (CCC) reflects its surrounding diverse communities. CCC is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and serves predominantly historically disadvantaged and under-represented student groups including African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Latinx students. CCC is situated in a socioeconomically diverse, resilient, and culturally vibrant community. We seek candidates who embrace our community, our student population, and our central work: strengthening West County by meeting our students where they are and helping them get to where they want to be.

We seek candidates who operate with a growth mindset, a strength-based approach centered on students, and a commitment to equity, especially concerning the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion. The ideal candidate will be eager to help construct and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in instructional effectiveness.

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Inquiries

Jon Celesia (jcelesia@contracosta.edu)
Mark Wong (mwong@contracosta.edu)

Recruitment Type

Faculty

Location

Contra Costa College

Posting Number

F01330

# of Openings

1

Salary

Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $77.87-$128.97 per hour (up to $151.16).

Position Status

Temporary

EEO Job Category

Faculty & Other Instructional Staff

Employee Group

Part-Time Faculty

Department

C7009-Physical Science

Discipline

Computer Science

Duties and Responsibilities

Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning and critical thinking;
3. evaluating student progress and maintaining accurate academic records;
4. meeting with students outside of class;
5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
6. maintaining current knowledge in computer science and emerging AI technologies;
7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
8. maintaining accurate academic records;
9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience

Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty.

EDUCATION

Masters in computer science or computer engineering,
OR

Bachelors in either of the above AND Masters in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting or engineering,
etc. [full OR conditions]

OR the equivalent

Desirable Qualifications

Ideal candidates will possess extraordinary interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, a passion for teaching, and the ability to effectively communicate with students to help them achieve their educational goals.

Job Open Date:

05/08/2026

Job Close Date:

06/08/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Employment Begins:

8-24-26

# of Months

5

Employee Benefits

Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)
District-paid benefits... [benefits list]