Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Computer science teachers (postsecondary) teach courses in computer science. They specialize in fields of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. This includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Computer science teachers teach programming, data structures, and software design to students, and evaluate their classwork, laboratory work, assignments, and papers. They maintain computer equipment used in instruction and develop and maintain websites for online courses. They perform all responsibilities of postsecondary teachers like initiating or moderating classroom discussions, maintaining attendance and other records, administering and grading examinations, supervising practical computer laboratory work, advising students on future courses and career issues, etc.
A bachelor’s degree is the minimum education qualification required for the job in a computer science careers, though most people in this field have a master’s degree and some even have doctoral degrees. Teaching skills and communication skills are desirable. Technical skills like computer-based training software, database, spreadsheets, word processing, web development, email, etc. are required with good knowledge of computers and electronics, mathematics, engineering, designing, administration and management, and public safety and security.
Computer science teachers are one amongst computer science teacher jobs but allow one to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. A successful computer science teacher is proficient in training and teaching others, interacting with computers, updating and using relevant information, decision making, problem-solving, and creative thinking.
Qualifications
Every career requires an element of study and academic qualification, and there can be several study routes and pathways you can take. In following any academic pathway you will study subjects that contribute to the specialised knowledge required to achieve your career goals. These qualifications provide a future employer with the evidence that you have the desired knowledge, understanding and experience of their industry, so it’s important to consider the various types of qualifications available to you and to understand how they can boost your career and create opportunities for you.
- Ph.D. Computer Science
- M.Tech Computer Science
- B.Tech Computer Science
- B.E. Computer Science
Tasks
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as programming, data structures, and software design.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations or assign this work to others.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
- Supervise students' laboratory work.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Progression Routes
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