Cisco Networking Adjunct Faculty Pool

Position Details Position Information About Us Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020. Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here! Position Title Cisco Networking Adjunct Faculty Pool FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week Varies: 3 to 7 Hours Work Schedule Dependent on Teaching Modality Position Salary Range See Adjunct Faculty Pay Rates Summary The Business, Engineering, & Technology (BET) Division and Computer Science and Cyber Technlogy Department at Howard Community College is seeking individuals who would like to apply for adjunct (part-time) faculty in Cisco Networking. This pool will be utilized to fill part-time openings to fill available sections. Cisco Networking at HCC is hosted in well-built teaching/learning lab, equipped with Cisco physical appliances using Cisco Networking Academy curriculum. Courses taught as part of this program include: • CSCO 291 (Introduction to Networks, CCNA 1) • CSCO 292 (Routing, Switching and Wireless Essentials, CCNA 2) • CSCO 293 (Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation, CCNA 3) Courses are offered in a variety of modalities including face-to-face, scheduled remote, flexible online (asynchronous), or hybrid. HCC is a place where you can share your knowledge with the next generation of students. Join our team of dedicated instructors to inspire and educate the next generation of technologists and earn additional income while conveying your passion and expertise to a diverse and motivated student population. Essential Role Responsibilities • Teaching of courses including CSCO 291 (Introduction to Networks), CSCO 292 (Routing, Switching and Wireless Essentials), CSCO 293 (Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation). • Obtain and maintain required certifications, including Cisco Networking Academy Instructor certification for the appropriate courses. • Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in alignment with course objectives. • Use applicable technology and pedagogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction). • Complete required institutional trainings and professional development. • Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus. • Plan and deliver appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning. • Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department • Inform students in a timely manner of their progress. • Maintain an up-to-date electronic grade book and enter final grades by the established due date. • Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course. • Participate in departmental evaluation, program assessment, course assessment and external designation/accreditation processes as needed. • Maintain regular communication with students, including timely replies to student emails. Use the assigned HCC email for communication with the department and with students. • Obtain and maintain certifications as required by 3rd party content providers. Minimum Education Required Bachelor's degree Experience Required • A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. • Cisco Network Academy Instructor certification is strongly desired. • Preferred technical qualifications include certifications including CCNA, CCNP. • Knowledge of Cisco IOS and networking protocols. • Experience teaching at a community college preferred. Minimum and Preferred Qualifications Physical Demand Summary Use of Cisco Network Academy and Packet Tracer is required. Division Teaching & Learning Services Department Health & Sciences Posting Detail Information Posting Number NB237P Number of Vacancies 10 Best Consideration Date 11/14/2025 Job Open Date 10/23/2025 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? Yes Applicant Instructions • Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full). Quick Link for Internal Postings https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5313 EEO Statement Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job

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