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SUNY Schenectady County Community College Computer Science Instructor in Schenectady, New York
Location: Schenectady, NY Category: Faculty Posted On: Mon Sep 11 2023 Job Description:
SUNY Schenectady County Community College is seeking a full-time Computer Science instructor to join the Division of Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Health. The faculty member will teach courses in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, and Programming for Game Design degree programs. We are excited to find an instructor that will work with the division to promote the Programming for Game Design degree program as a great career opportunity for our students and help to develop industry partnerships. Ideal candidates will bring professional experience working in computer science, computer information systems, cybersecurity, 2D and 3D gaming environments and a broad range of technical and creative skills. The ability to connect your professional experiences to course material in order to bring relevance to the material in the classroom setting is highly desired.
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 in order to stay relevant with new software and languages used in game design and practices so that students' degrees stay current and are marketable within the industry
Coordinate program offerings and facilitate partnerships to grow and expand and to innovate within the program for Gaming Design
Participate in division activities, to include but not limited to retention, recruitment, and program review
Serve on college committees and participate in the college's shared governance structure; and
Perform other duties as assigned
Job 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 or higher plus 18 graduate credit hours in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Animation, Game Design or a related discipline
Experience with and ability to teach courses in the following languages: C#, C++, Java, Java Script, HTML, SQL, and Python
Knowledge of the history of Gaming and Game Design
Experience in 2D design and 3D modeling of game assets
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to create inclusive and engaging learning environments for an increasingly diverse student population
Preferred Qualifications:
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
Additional Information:
Salary: $47,802 per year
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