Adjunct Faculty: Sociology; Early College Academy

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The Early College Academy at Aims Community College is a partnership with Weld County District 6.

The Early College High School program gives high school students the opportunity to earn a high‑school diploma while subsequently earning an Associate of Arts degree. Occasional travel may be required.

Based on course content, wages will range from $1,297.00 per credit to $3,753.00 per credit. In certain instances, due to low enrollment, faculty payment will be based on part‑time per credit pay and pro‑rated on a 10% per student basis.

• Maintain compliance with the requirements of the Early College assignment, including contract days, work‑day schedule, and participation in Early College events such as New Student Orientation, Student Registration, In‑Service Days and Parent/Teacher Conferences as specified in the Early College Faculty contract addendum.
• Maintain compliance with the provisions of the College’s part‑time faculty position description including teaching to develop, implement, evaluate and update the purpose, philosophy, objectives and organizational framework of the program.
• Maintain compliance regarding all faculty responsibilities enumerated in the College Policies and Procedures.
• Provide effective and high‑quality instruction in all levels of course offerings by continually refining and modernizing curriculum so that it remains educationally sound and meets the high standards of the College.
• Use alternative delivery technology in lecture and laboratory instruction to enhance student learning.
• Apply learning‑centered educational practices such as creating and communicating clearly defined outcomes for student learning.
• Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Monday‑Friday at Early College Academy, with occasional evenings for parent/teacher conferences and other school activities.

• Master’s degree in sociology, or a Master’s degree including 18 graduate‑level credit hours in sociology or closely related field. Research, publication, or work experience may be substituted for up to three graduate credits. A candidate nearing completion of the Master’s degree may also be considered.
• K‑12 teaching experience.
• Experience with concurrent enrollment or dual enrollment programs.
• Experience using technology in the classroom, or teaching online.

• Resume.
• Cover Letter.
• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed in the job posting. Enter the job duties you have performed under the Work Experience section on your application.
• State whether your work experience is part‑time or full‑time by listing the average number of hours worked per week; this information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Upload all required documents listed above. Missing documents will result in your application not being considered.

• Tuition waiver for employees on Aims courses.
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employees and one guest.
• Aims Discount program.
• Free parking on all campuses.
• PERA employer benefits (see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for comprehensive benefits).
• Additional supplemental benefits and retirement programs available.

Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials. Employees may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than six months (such as curriculum development, short‑term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could result in additional temporary pay. All positions require a criminal background check and may require industry‑specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen.

A conviction does not automatically preclude a candidate from employment; the nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.