Adjunct Faculty, EMT

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Carterville (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking adjunct faculty members at Colorado Mountain College responsible for assisting students in their learning process and contributing to the overall academic mission of the college.

Faculty will teach assigned courses, assess student learning, and maintain engagement through innovative teaching methods. A master's degree and prior teaching experience are required, alongside a commitment to student success and active involvement in the academic community.

Qualifications

• Credentialed to teach in the specific program or eligible to be credentialed.
• Experience in higher education teaching preferred.
• Willingness to engage in scholarly and creative activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and evaluate student learning.
• Assist with advising, orientation, and registration activities.
• Engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance learning.

Skills

Knowledge of pedagogy

Strong background in computers and technology

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Master's degree in the specific field or related field

Minimum one year full-time teaching experience

Job description

Job Description

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

Primary Responsibility

The adjunct faculty members are responsible for teaching assigned courses, 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, and assisting with advising, orientation and registration activities. Faculty are also expected to engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and enhance learning, as well as service activities such as campus and college committees, relevant projects, mentorship, assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting, and retention.

Pre‑requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

• Credentialed to teach in the specific program or eligible to be credentialed; a master’s degree in the specific field or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in a related field is required.
• 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 equivalent to two years, strong background in computers and technology, excellent organizational and general office skills (filing, typing, answering phone, customer‑oriented and attention to detail), excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, ability to research and effectively analyze data, work independently toward established goals and deadlines.
• Welcoming, innovative, focused on student success, and a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
• Support for environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Essential Duties

• 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 professional relationship with students and staff that 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.

Supervision of the Position

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

Supervisory Responsibility

The position may supervise student employees. Successful completion of a background check and motor vehicle records report (when applicable) will be required. Incumbents must adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. Travel and evening and/or weekend hours may be required.

Working Conditions

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

Equal Employment Opportunity & Disability Accommodations

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 performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources at [e-mail].

Additional Information

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.

Location Requirement

Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their assigned duties within the State of Colorado and accurately report their work location at all times.