"Computer Science Instructor"

Company Description

SUNY Schenectady County Community College (SUNY Schenectady) is one of the State University of New York's finest two-year colleges located in upstate New York's vibrant and growing Capital Region, with easy access to Boston, NYC, the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains, Montreal and scenic Hudson Valley, all of which are just a few hours away. SUNY Schenectady is a premier college that provides quality, comprehensive education for transfer, career, training and workforce development to a diverse population in a student-centered environment. The College offers more than 50 transfer and career programs in science, aviation, culinary, music, and liberal arts, and serves more than 5,000 students. We take pride in being an urban campus with a small town feel.

Job Description

SUNY Schenectady seeks a Computer Science Instructor to join the Division of Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Health. This is a full-time position reporting to the Dean of the division. The faculty member will teach courses in Computer Information System, Computer Science, and Programming for Game Development programs, and work with the division to promote the Programming in Game Development aspect of the program, and develop industry partnerships. Ideal candidates will bring professional experience working in 2D and 3D environments, and a broad range of technical and creative skills. A candidate's ability to bring relevance to the classroom through their professional experiences in face-to-face teaching is highly desired. There are also opportunities to teach overload courses for additional compensation.

Responsibilities:

• Teach full-time, in-person course load (15 credit hours/semester) in Computer Science, Computer Information System, and Programming in Game Development;
• Coordinate program offerings and facilitate partnerships to grow and expand the program for Gaming Design and Implementation;
• Keep programs updated and relevant with innovative ideas and practices; and
• Hold regularly scheduled office hours to provide student support.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Animation, Game Design or related discipline, or a Master's degree and 18 graduate credit hours in Computer Science, Animation, Game Design, or related discipline.
• Experience and ability to teach courses in the following languages (e.g., C#, C++, Java, Java Script, HTML, SQL, Python).
• Knowledge of the importance the gaming industry has in society.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to create engaging and effective learning environments for students from a variety of backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency using game engine Unity 3D or similar environments.
• Professional experience in Computer Science & Computer Information Systems or related field is highly desirable.
• Experience in 2D design and 3D modeling of game assets.
• At least one year of experience in teaching, preferably at the community college level and/or using a hybrid model.
• Experience with online instruction and learning management systems.

Special Information:

• VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official college transcripts.

Additional Information:

Salary: $49,978

As a full-time team member here, you'll enjoy: Comprehensive health care coverage, Dental and vision coverage, A choice of retirement systems, A deferred compensation program, Professional development opportunities, Two on-site childcare providers (dependent on availability), Discounted YMCA health club membership, Plus additional savings programs and perks!

Application Instructions:

Applications Due By: Applications accepted until position is filled.

If you need a disability-related accommodation to apply to this position, please contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 381-1218 or humanresources@sunysccc.edu.

Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered for this position: Cover letter, Resume, Completed SUNY Schenectady Employment Application, References: Please provide three professional references which include name, title, and contact information.