Computer Science and Information Systems Instructor

Salary : $42,985.00 - $78,180.00 Annually
Location : Longview, MO
Job Type: Full-Time Faculty
Job Number: 2025-00184
Organization: LV CSIS
Opening Date: 12/19/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt

About MCC

is the oldest public institution of higher learning in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1915 as the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. The Junior College of Kansas City, as it was known starting in 1919, was one of the first schools in the country to award an associate degree. Today, MCC offers 125 associate degree and certificate programs.

Metropolitan Community College comprises five campuses on the Missouri side of the Greater Kansas City area 47 major buildings and about 550 acres in all: , located in Independence, Missouri; located in Lee's Summit, Missouri, located in the Northland of Kansas City, Missouri; and , located in Midtown Kansas City, Missouri.

MCC is accredited by the In addition, several programs have as well.
***MCC does not provide employer-paid sponsorships.
Job Summary

Full-time members of the faculty are professional educators who have the primary responsibility of instruction and management of assigned classes. Additional responsibilities include fulfilling the Metropolitan Community College mission, vision, values, strategic plan, Board of Trustees' charges and educational philosophy, and primary goal of providing a quality education for all students attending the college.
Final compensation offer will be determined, based on various factors, such as academic credentials, relevant work and instructional experience.

Essential Functions

• Deliver effective instruction - Provide quality instruction, which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college - approved curriculum and resources. Assess student learning - Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment
• Manage classes and learning environments - Foster a positive classroom-learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility
• Promote continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning
• Support learning through student engagement - Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction
• Provide student guidance - Help students develop academic habits for college success
• Pursue professional development - Stay current in academic field
• Actively participate collegially in department, campus, cross-college, discipline-specific, district, and community service activities
• Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high-quality learning experience for students, including participating in commencement, and attending college functions, etc.

Essential Program Coordinator Duties:

• Provide vision and leadership to disciplines, including but not limited to curriculum decision, assessment, practices and staffing courses.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Physical Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in a qualifying field

OR

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a qualifying CSIS field plus 2 years of equivalent training and/or experience in a qualifying field

OR

• Bachelor's degree or higher in any field plus 4 years of equivalent training and/or experience in a qualifying field

OR

• Associates degree in any qualifying field plus 4 years of equivalent training and/or experience in a qualifying field,

OR

• Associate's degree or higher in any field plus 6 years of equivalent training and/or experience in a qualifying field:
  • Qualifying fields:
    • Computer Science
    • Computer Information Systems
    • Computer Engineering
    • Cybersecurity
    • Information Assurance
    • IT-Networking
    • IT-Systems Management/Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Computer Software
    • Project Management
    • Educational Technology
    • Business
    • Business Administration
• Expertise in software development
• Proficiency in two or more of the following languages:
  • C++
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • PHP
  • HTML5
  • CSS
  • MySQL
  • Python

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related CSIS field OR Master's Degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in a qualifying field
• Experience using assessment techniques to promote teaching and learning excellence
• Demonstrated experience with current pedagogical and instructional methods
• Demonstrated experience with utilizing a variety of classroom technologies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with all constituencies of a diverse community

Physical Requirements
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting with or without reasonable accommodation; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.

Supplemental Information
EEO Statement:
Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, birth, ancestry, national origin, or disability. EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Accommodations:
MCC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MCC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request an accommodation and/or a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
We offer a complete benefits package including:

• Health care (medical, dental and vision)
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement including deferred compensation plans
• Life insurance including long-term and short-term disability
• Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick leave)
• Professional development
• And much more!

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01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02

How many years of training and/or experience in a qualifying field do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years but less than 6years experience
• 6 or more years of experience

03

This position is based in Kansas City, MO. Are you currently located in or able to reliably commute to this area for on-site work?

• Yes
• No

Required Question