Adjunct Faculty, Non-Credit, Arctic Lecture

Job Description

The adjunct faculty members of Colorado Mountain College are here to assist students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate staff resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available which complement the teaching process.

The faculty members need to be committed to facilitating learning throughout our communities. Although teaching is the most important role of the faculty, the needs of our learners are also served when faculty are engaged in scholarly endeavors as well as service activities.

The college seeks innovative facilitators of learning who are active in the art of teaching and passionate about extending academic opportunities to all students. Colorado Mountain College is an institution offering associate and bachelor's degrees with a focus on positive classroom experiences and excellent outcomes for all students. CMC does not conduct research but instead focuses on excellence in teaching and learning in diverse classroom settings and programs.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for dynamic classroom experiences and excellent academic opportunities and student support.

Qualified candidates must be credentialed to teach in the specific program or eligible to be credentialed. Examples of ideal qualifications include:

• A minimum of a master's degree in a specific degree for the position being recruited or a Master's Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in a specifically related field. Example for business: (business, finance, management, marketing, or related fields). Minimum of one-year full-time teaching experience, or the equivalent as an adjunct instructor. Higher education teaching experience preferred.
• An equivalent/applicable combination of education and experience to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position required.

Special skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: knowledge with pedagogy, and teaching experience equating to two years. Must possess a strong background in computers and technology, excellent organizational skills, general office skills (filing, typing, answering the phone, customer oriented and attention to detail); excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, ability to research and effectively analyze data, work independently towards established goals and deadlines.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

The following responsibilities and activities are listed to maintain consistency in the application of expectations and align job duties with evaluation and promotion procedures.

Teaching responsibilities expected of all faculty include teaching course load as assigned, evaluating courses and assessing student learning, meeting established course, program and learning outcomes, complying with guidelines and policies, maintaining office hours per established standards, developing rapport with students, assisting with and participating in advising, orientation and registration activities. CMC Faculty are expected to engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and enhance learning.

Service activities such as campus and college committees, participating in relevant projects, mentoring peers, participating in and assisting with assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting and retention. All faculty acknowledge that final payment of any contract may be withheld until submission of grades is complete.

• To teach classes as assigned by designated supervisor.
• To prepare appropriate lesson plans for each course in accordance with approved course objectives.
• To develop and submit course outlines and syllabi to appropriate supervisor.
• To assist with development of measurable course objectives and plans.
• To develop a relationship with students & staff that is professional and encourages teacher/student communication.
• To maintain accurate course records of students and complete course forms as required.
• Be available for student consultation.
• To assist in the recruitment of students, as appropriate.
• When agreed upon, and as appropriate, to assist in the evaluation of curriculum and instructional performance.
• To represent the college in a professional manner throughout the communities and college district by promoting a positive public image.
• To engage in professional development as required for credentialing.

This position will report to the Assistant Dean of Instruction or designee in alignment with discipline deans.

The position may supervise student employees. Special conditions of employment: successful completion of a background check will be required as well as motor vehicle records report when applicable. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while…