Adjunct Faculty, Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Description

Primary Responsibility

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. 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 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.

• A minimum of a master’s degree in a specific program for the position being recruited or a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in a 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 or applicable combination of education and experience to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Special skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: knowledge of pedagogy, teaching experience equating to two years, strong background in computers and technology, excellent organizational skills, general office skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, ability to research and effectively analyze data, work independently toward established goals and deadlines.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

This position requires the employee to be a resident of the State of Colorado and perform all work duties within the state.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

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

• 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. Successful completion of a background check will be required as well as motor vehicles records report when applicable. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. May require travel and evening and/or weekend hours.