Teaching Assistant , Outdoor Education

Position: Teaching Assistant I, Outdoor Education
Job Description:

Primary Responsibility

Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Instruction and lead faculty, the Teaching Assistant I will work in concert with faculty to provide quality learning experiences for students and help with the operations of the program courses. The Teaching Assistant is responsible for organize classroom materials for instruction, inventory program materials and monitor supplies, prepare course materials for instructors and receive materials for cleaning and organization post course.

The Teaching Assistant will also complete checklist of course prep materials for each instructor as needed, complete hourly time sheet as required, and inform program personnel of equipment, resource, or materials deficiencies.

This position will work with the instructors to co-facilitate education lessons, gear maintenance, participation in classroom and field sessions, some overnights in the field may be required.

* This is a part-time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC's workweek. CMC's workweek is Saturday through Friday.

Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position. Examples may include a associate degree and one year related work experience, or High School /GED and three years related work experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform the functions of the position.

One year as a teaching assistant or similar experience, administrative and/or project coordination with related coursework experience preferred.

Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position:
Teaching Assistants are expected to have a basic understanding of the language acquisition skills taught by the instructors, as well as strategies to work with students. The position should enjoy working directly with students, embrace a lively work environment, and be consistently punctual and reliable. Exhibit exceptional verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism. Organize and prioritize work while exercising flexibility, teamwork, and humor.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that's the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

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

The hiring pay rate is $24.52 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position anticipated to close on February 12, 2026 or until filled.

Minimum Qualifications:

Essential Duties

* Engage learners with activities and tasks to promote their understanding of content.

* Communicate with learners about progress toward goals.

* Assist faculty with designing and facilitating learning activities to engage groups.

* Gather student information paperwork and submit to instructor

* Other duties as assigned

Supervision Received

This position works within the framework of responsibilities but may require guidance at times.

Supervisory Responsibility

Position has no supervisory responsibility.

Special Conditions of Employment

Successful completion of a background check including a motor vehicles records report required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. Evening hours may be expected.

Working Conditions

This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.

CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions…