"Computer Science Instructor"

About SUNY Schenectady County Community College

SUNY Schenectady County Community College 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. The College provides quality, comprehensive education for transfer, career, training and workforce development to a diverse population in a student-centered environment. It offers more than 50 transfer and career programs in science, aviation, culinary, music, and liberal arts, and serves more than 5,000 students. The College is dedicated to cultivating an environment that celebrates diversity, prioritizes inclusion, and insists on equitable access. It provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Job Description

SUNY Schenectady County Community College is seeking a full-time, in-person Computer Science Instructor to join the Division of Mathematics, Science, Technology and Health. Reporting to the Dean, the faculty member will teach courses in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, and Programming for Game Design degree programs. The ideal candidate will promote the Programming for Game Design degree program, develop industry partnerships, and bring professional experience in computer science, computer information systems, cybersecurity, 2D and 3D gaming environments, and a broad range of technical and creative skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full-time course load (15 credit hours/semester) in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, and Programming for Game Design
• Hold regularly scheduled office hours to provide students with support
• Assess program goals and student progress
• Continually update the program to stay relevant with new software and languages used in game design
• Coordinate program offerings and facilitate partnerships to grow and expand the program
• Participate in division activities, including retention, recruitment, and program review
• Serve on college committees and participate in the college's shared governance structure
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Animation, Game Design or a related discipline, or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in these areas
• Experience with and ability to teach courses in C#, C++, Java, JavaScript, HTML, SQL, and Python
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create inclusive and engaging learning environments for an increasingly diverse student population

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the history of Gaming and Game Design
• Experience in 2D design and 3D modeling of game assets
• Proficiency using the game engine Unity 3D or similar environments
• At least one year of experience in teaching, preferably at the community college level
• Experience with online instruction

Special Information

VISA sponsorship is not available. Offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official college transcripts.

Additional Information

Salary: $48,878. As a full-time team member, 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, and additional savings programs and perks.

Application Instructions

Applications are accepted until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, completed SUNY Schenectady Employment Application, a diversity statement addressing your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and three professional references. For disability-related accommodations, contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 381-1218 or humanresources@sunysccc.edu.