"Instructor, Computer Science"

Job Summary

Las Positas College provides an inclusive, learning-centered, equity-focused environment... [full college description]. The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District is seeking an Instructor, Computer Science position for Las Positas College in Livermore, California. This position reports directly to the Division Dean.

Representative Duties

1. Ability to teach all lower-division levels of computer science courses including the following: C/C++, Python, Java, Data Structures, Assembly, and Unix/Linux;
2. A commitment to encouragement of learning and enthusiastic attitude toward teaching;
3. Ability to adapt instructional techniques to accommodate varied learning styles and a variety of teaching modalities, including distance learning.
4. Knowledge of teaching methods that include critical thinking and problem-solving strategies;
5. Willingness to assist in the development and teaching of new Computer Science courses;
6. Evidence of a strong commitment to remain current in computer programming and computer science with emphasis on programming languages and its pedagogy;
7. Commitment to working successfully as a team with other Computer Studies instructors and colleagues;
8. Commitment to contribute to the total operation of the Department, Division, and College.
9. Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships with the local community (e.g. industry, educational partners, government agencies or facilities, museums, or nonprofit organizations).
10. Commitment to representation and outreach to industry and educational partners as related to program innovation and workforce development, including serving on the industry advisory board and collaboration with educational partners in computer studies programs.
11. Commitment to participate in campus professional activities that may include, but are not limited to: development of curriculum and new instructional approaches, committee membership and staff meetings.
12. Commitment to working with other Computer Studies and STEM faculty and staff to increase support and success for students in STEM courses and pathways.
13. Commitment to participate in recruitment and articulation activities.
14. Ability to seek and support personal creativity and professional growth and demonstrate career objectives consistent with the mission of Las Positas College.
15. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form;
16. Ability to teach late afternoon, evening, weekend, hybrid and fully online, and/or off-campus when scheduled as part of the regular teaching assignment;
17. Evidence of sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

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 administration
OR Bachelor’s in mathematics AND Master’s in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration
OR Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND A master’s degree in information science, computer information systems, or information systems
OR the equivalent
(NOTE: Courses in the use of computer programs for application to a particular discipline may be classified for minimum qualifications purposes, under the discipline of the application.)
You must upload all applicable transcripts... https://www.naces.org/members

Desirable Qualifications

1. Teaching experience in Computer Science at the college level, with an emphasis on lower division courses;
2. Experience with and/or knowledge of outreach to high schools, industry, and regional community college consortiums;
3. Commitment and ability to recruit and support under-represented groups including racial/ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals, and first-generation college students;
4. Knowledge of and/or experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science;

Position Type: Faculty
Position Code: 3FSM15
FTE: 1.0
Pay Rate (or Annual Salary): $86,464 - $117,364/annual
Job Location: Las Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore, CA 94551
Department: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Job Work Schedule: The positions are full-time, tenure track, beginning Fall 2026. Employment will begin on or about August 20, 2026.