Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY) Computer Science

Job Description

Posting Number: F01330

Location: Contra Costa College

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.

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

Position Status: Temporary
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Department: C7009-Physical 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 Note: Degrees must be from an accredited college/university. Transcripts must show degree(s) conferred. Master's in computer science or computer engineering,OR Bachelor's in either of the above AND Master's in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting or engineering,OR Bachelor's in engineering AND Master's in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administrationOR Bachelor's in mathematics AND Master's in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administrationOR Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND A master's degree in information science, computer information systems, or information systems
OR the equivalentEQUIVALENCY If you believe that you meet the minimum qualifications via equivalency, please fill out the Equivalency Petition in the application packet.

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: 6/8/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: 8-24-26
# of Months: 5

To apply, visit: https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/12058