Requisition Details

Position Summary

Part-Time Academic position

Conestoga is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry and workforce needs, and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario. 

As a Part-time Professor, you will develop and deliver curriculum using various engaging and innovative methods, playing a pivotal role in enhancing academic excellence through sound teaching practice.

The School of Applied Computer Science & Information Technology is seeking qualified professionals to teach courses in the following areas part-time from September 2025 to December 2025:

• Network Infrastructure
• Network Security
• Computer Systems Fundamentals
• Computer Operations and Troubleshooting
• Linux Systems Infrastructure
• Virtualization
• Database Systems Admin

Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus as required. Classes are offered Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., both in-person and online. Teaching opportunities in the School of Applied Computer Science & IT are available at the Waterloo campus located at 180 University Ave and Doon campus (Kitchener) at 299 Doon Valley Dr. Part-time Professors typically teach one to two courses. Courses are approximately three to six hours per week in the classroom for a 14-week term.

Applications to this posting will be provided to the hiring team on a weekly schedule. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in a related field; master's degree and/or PhD are considered an asset
• Experience designing and implementing data networks
• Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto and Fortinet are considered an asset 
• Experience with curriculum development is an asset
• Experience with computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and educational technologies (e.g., D2L) is preferred
• Demonstrated exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic team
• Demonstrated ability to relate to learners and provide a positive learning environment to students working at different skill levels, including international students and students requiring accommodation, is an asset
• Strong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and ability to support Conestoga’s continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Strong relationships with industry contacts and network connections are considered an asset

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