Faculty - Cloud Engineering Technology

Position Overview: 
Dunwoody College of Technology currently has the need for an instructor in our Cloud Engineering Technology Program.  This position is responsible for initiating the teaching and learning process with a focus on continuous improvement in an environment in which students can accomplish the learning objectives of the course of instruction.  The expected results are that students are able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, ethics, and use of proper tools to meet industry and professional business standards.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Facilitates learning activities so that students learn the principles, theory, skills, and work ethic necessary to become proficient for entry level positions
• Creates a positive learning environment
• Monitors, assesses and advises learner on technical and academic progress and performance
• Uses current academic and industry practices in assigned courses of instruction
• Develops and upgrades lesson material, training aids and maintains equipment within assigned course of instruction
• Assists in the recruitment and placement of learners
• Recommends equipment purchases for labs/classrooms
• As a part of a team, designs and develops new curriculum within assigned program.
• Provides support, coaching, and guidance to students
• Participates in industry and/or professional organizations in order to maintain and enhance program health and academic integrity
• Other duties as assigned

For specific information on Dunwoody's Could Engineering Technology program, including course offerings, see our program webpage. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level. Makes good decisions. Provides sound advice and problem solution. Provides honest and in-depth analysis on problems and issues.
• Operating Skills: Makes decisions in a timely manner. Accepts responsibility for tasks and meets objectives and measures. Documents process, progress, and results. Is committed to continuous improvement. Works toward the most efficient and effective work processes.
• Courage: Has difficult conversations as necessary. Faces up to people problems on any person or situations quickly and directly.
• Energy and Drive: Is action oriented and full of energy for challenging tasks/issues. Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Organizational Positioning Skills: Can maneuver through complex situations effectively and quietly. Is sensitive to how people and organizations function. Anticipates where the land mines are and plans his/her approach accordingly.
• Personal/Interpersonal Skills: Relates well to all kinds of people. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all. Adheres to Dunwoody’s core values. Is widely trusted - Keeps confidences and admits mistakes. Practices attentive and active listening. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself.

• A master’s degree in Cloud Engineering or related field; OR
• A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 18 graduate credits in a Computer Engineering program; OR
• A bachelor’s degree and specialized certification(s) in the Computer Engineering field and related industry experience