Computer Information Systems Faculty Member
Join the Computer Science Department at Holyoke Community College and help us inspire, engage, and empower diverse learners!
We provide accessible and culturally responsive instruction. We are committed to social justice and equity, as well as to reflecting on our teaching so our classrooms and all students are empowered. We are seeking candidates who bring a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in their teaching practice to work with us toward creating inclusive and innovative practices that advance the college’s mission to provide equitable outcomes for all HCC students.
Candidates for this position should demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching in the college environment, as well interest in working collaboratively with colleagues, transfer institutions, and community organizations. If you are eager to contribute to our student and equity-centered vision, join the Computer Science Department at HCC!
- Develop innovative methods for teaching a variety of computer science courses using various teaching methods and modalities, including lab time, lecture, and online instruction.
- Development and updating of curriculum to meet the ever-changing needs of industry.
- Review and experiment with pedagogy as well as evaluate alternative teaching strategies including inquiry-oriented teaching, project-based learning, distance learning and Learning Communities.
- Assess course and program learning outcomes.
- Develop and implement new courses.
- Pursue grant opportunities.
- Participates in program and degree advising for students.
- Actively participates in department, division and professional staff meetings as well as other components of college governance.
- Participates in college programs and activities including holding office hours.
- Participates in the assessment cycle within the department.
- Works with the department to build and sustain community, workforce, and transfer partnerships.
REQUIRED:
- Master’s degree in computer information systems, computer science or related field with a minimum of two years related experience OR a Bachelor’s degree in related field combined with significant related work experience;
- Ability to teach foundational CIS courses, in addition to courses related to at least two of the following areas: Computer security, Systems administration, Data science, Programming (desktop, web, mobile), Network administration, Operating Systems;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Ability to integrate computer technology into instruction;
- Commitment to and understanding of the mission of the community college;
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student body.
PREFERRED:
- Teaching or technical training experience;
- Experience in delivering courses via distance and web-based instruction;
- Administrative experience;
- Experience with grant writing.
Applicants who do not meet the required qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position.
Full-time, tenure-track MCCC/MTA position
Salary: Minimum $75,096-$80,908. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits.Funding: State
Start Date: August, 2025
- All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
- Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.