Adjunct faculty, Non-Credit, Bilingual Interpreter

Colorado Mountain College; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Colorado Mountain College is seeking experienced interpreters to serve as core instructors for a 120-hour interpreter training program. This role includes teaching responsibilities, developing lesson plans, and building professional relationships with students.

Qualified candidates must have national certification and professional interpreting experience. The position emphasizes inclusivity and requires the instructor to be a Colorado resident.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of professional interpreting experience in various settings.
• Ability to teach and mentor adult learners effectively.
• Willingness to travel within the region for work-related duties.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned, preparing appropriate lesson plans.
• Develop professional relationships with students and staff.
• Assist in recruiting students when necessary.

Skills

National or state interpreter certification

Professional interpreting experience

Proven experience teaching adults

Expertise in Medical, Court/legal, or Community interpreting

Knowledge of interpreter ethics

Bilingual proficiency (Spanish-English preferred)

Education

National/state interpreter certification

Job description

Job Description

Colorado Mountain College is building one of the region’s first comprehensive interpreter workforce pipelines, integrating certification-aligned curriculum, real-world practicum, ethical AI training, and strong employer partnerships. We are seeking nationally certified, experienced interpreters to serve as core instructors for our accelerated 120‑hour, 13‑week interpreter training program, launching across several campuses as part of a statewide effort to expand language access in rural mountain communities.

An equivalent/applicable combination of education and/or experience to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position is required with teaching in continuing education or community education.

Non‑credit Community Education compensation is based on Pay Levels ranging from 1‑5. A new faculty’s Pay Level is determined by the campus supervisor and ranges $20‑$60 per hour. Pay Levels are determined from varying degrees of expertise and evidence in the instructional area.

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.

Required Qualifications

• National or state interpreter certification: CCHI, NBCMI, OLA/NCSC, NAJIT, or another recognized equivalent.
• 3–5+ years professional interpreting experience in healthcare, courts, education, or community settings.
• Proven experience teaching, training, or mentoring adults.
• Expertise in at least one specialization track: Medical interpreting, Court/legal interpreting, or Community/educational interpreting.
• Strong knowledge of interpreter ethics, Title VI, ADA, and language access policy.
• Ability and willingness to travel in‑region (Dillon, Edwards, Leadville, Rifle, Glenwood Springs).
• Bilingual proficiency at professional interpreter level (Spanish–English strongly preferred).

Preferred Language Abilities

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

Essential Duties

• 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.
• To teach classes as assigned by designated supervisor.
• To prepare appropriate lesson plans for each course in accordance with approved course outcomes.
• To develop a relationship with students & staff that is professional and encourages teacher/student communication.
• 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 complete all required annual CMC training courses. Ex. Title IX, Digital Accessibility, and Data Security and Privacy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision of the Position

This position will report to the campus non‑credit Community Education coordinator or campus designee.

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.

Accommodation and Disability

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

Additional Information

Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.

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.