Adjunct Faculty: Physical Education (Early College Academy)

Aims Community College; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 1,786,747 - 5,170,132; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for employee on Aims/C

Access to Aims gym (PERC) for employee

Aims Discount program

Free parking on all campuses

PERA employer

Supplemental benefits & retirement

Job summary

Aims Community College is seeking a part‑time faculty member for the Early College Academy, a partnership with Weld County District 6. The role involves teaching and developing curriculum for high school students earning college credit, with occasional travel and participation in orientation and registration events.

The candidate should hold a degree in exercise science or related field with CPR certification, plus relevant hours or experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s/Bachelor’s/Associate’s degree with CPR and relevant experience.
• Heartsaver CPR certification required.
• Experience with Early College or dual enrollment is preferred.
• K‑12 teaching experience or ability to teach in a college setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with Early College assignment requirements and events.
• Teach and develop curriculum for Early College program.
• Adhere to College policies and faculty responsibilities.
• Provide high‑quality instruction and update curriculum to meet standards.
• Utilize delivery technologies to enhance learning and outcomes.
• Set clear learning outcomes and assess student progress.
• Participate in assessment of student outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Master’s/Bachelor’s/Associate’s in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field + CPR

Heartsaver CPR certification

Experience with Early College or dual enrollment

Teaching experience in K‑12 or secondary education

Tools

None

Job description

Salary

Based on course content, wages will range from $1,297.00 per credit to $3,753.00 per credit.

Part‑time Employee Benefits

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The Early College Academy at Aims Community College is a partnership with Weld County District 6. The Early College High School program gives high school students the opportunity to earn a high school diploma while subsequently earning an Associate of Arts degree. Occasional travel may be required.

Job Duties

• Maintain compliance with the requirements of the Early College assignment, including contract days, work‑day schedule, and participating in Early College events such as New Student Orientation, Student Registration, In‑Service Days and Parent/Teacher Conferences as specified in the Early College Faculty contract addendum.
• Maintain compliance with the provisions of the College’s part‑time faculty position description including teaching to develop, implement, evaluate and update the purpose, philosophy, objectives and organizational framework of the program.
• Maintain compliance regarding all faculty responsibilities enumerated in the College Policies and Procedures.
• Provide effective and high‑quality instruction in all levels of course offerings by continually refining and modernizing curriculum so that it remains educationally sound and meets the high standards of the College.
• Use alternative delivery technology in lecture and laboratory instruction to enhance student learning.
• Apply learning‑centered educational practices such as creating and communicating clearly defined outcomes for student learning.
• Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Hours

Monday-Friday at Early College Academy. Some evenings for parent/teacher conferences and other school activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field plus current Heartsaver CPR certification OR bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field plus 2,000 hours of related experience plus current Heartsaver CPR certification OR associate’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field plus 4,000 hours of related experience plus current Heartsaver CPR certification OR a current relevant certification plus 10,000 hours of related experience plus current Heartsaver CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• K-12 teaching experience
• Experience with concurrent enrollment or dual enrollment programs
• Experience using technology in the classroom, or teaching online

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. To comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.