Adjunct Instructor-Microsoft Azure Cloud

<div class="content-intro"><p>At the heart of our work is a simple belief: We are passionate about education and student success. We’re hiring to help bring that belief to life through thoughtful execution, partnership, and a strong commitment to the people we serve. </p> <p> </p></div><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Adjunct Instructor – Microsoft Azure Cloud</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Remote (company approved location only) Company authorization is necessary for relocation or work from other locations.</p> <p><strong>Schedule:</strong><strong> </strong>Class schedule works well even if you already have a daytime job. <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Live classes are scheduled twice a week (Monday and Tuesday) from 6:00pm-9:30pm PT</span></p> <p><strong>Reports to</strong><strong>: Associate Dean of Education- Cloud Computing</strong></p> <p><strong>Status:</strong> Non - Exempt</p> <p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Variable - hour</p> <p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong><strong>Teaching:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams on Mondays and Tuesdays every week</li> <li>Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning and engagement</li> <li>Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs</li> <li>Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students via a synchronous online format (Microsoft Teams)</li> <li>Current certifications in subjects taught</li> </ul> <p><strong>Mastery of Subject Matter:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline</li> <li>Connect their subject matter with related fields</li> <li>Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, through involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops</li> </ul> <p><strong>Adhering to College Policies and Procedures:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and the quality of education, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures</li> <li>Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new projects, ideas, etc.</li> <li>Adhere to the CIAT business casual attire. Please refer to the CIAT Employee Handbook for the complete policy. Clothing should be neat, clean, and without rips and holes. We can accommodate polo shirts</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Educational Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Appropriate certification <ul> <li>Information Technology Instructors must provide official transcripts of bachelor's or higher (must be from an accredited institution) degree and active/current certification on the subject being taught</li> <li>Current certifications: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Azure Cloud Administration and Azure Cloud Security</li> </ul> </li> <li>At least three years’ experience in the respective field OR two years of teaching experience</li> <li>Advanced subject matter expertise preferred with a commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with developments in the field</li> <li>Synchronous online teaching preferred</li> <li>Effective presentation skills, communication and technology skills</li> <li>Good working knowledge of MS Office applications including Microsoft Teams Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as learning technologies such as Canvas</li> <li>Work independently with minimal supervision, with a high level of dependability</li> <li>Ability to multitask</li> </ul> <p><strong>Supervisory Responsibility</strong> </p> <p>This position has no supervisory responsibilities.</p> <p><strong>Position Type and Expected Hours of Work</strong></p> <p>This is a variable hour position. Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday, but weekend and evening hours may be required. Live classes are scheduled twice a week (Monday and Tuesday) from 6:00pm-9:00pm (Pacific Time).</p> <p><strong>Location</strong></p> <p>This is a fully remote position. Work must be conducted in locations that have been approved by the company. Company authorization is necessary for relocation or work from other locations, even if temporarily.</p> <ul> <li>Problem solves rapidly and effectively, in a timely manner</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture</li> <li>Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives</li> <li>Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students</li> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively conv