Instructor - Economics

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

The Community College of Denver invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Economics to teach in-person and online courses guided by CCNS outcomes. The candidate should promote equity and ensure student success across diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities include delivering courses via Desire2Learn (D2L), developing engaging lessons, assessing outcomes, and collaborating with the Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics or related field.
• At least 18 graduate credit hours in Economics to be taught.
• Experience with Desire2Learn (D2L) or other LMS platforms preferred.
• Experience addressing equity in the classroom and supporting diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teaches economics classes in multiple modalities (online and in-person).
• Models student-centered teaching to support diverse learners.
• Follows syllabus and institutional guidelines to deliver courses.
• Creates engaging lessons aligned with CCNS outcomes and program objectives.
• Evaluates student progress and communicates outcomes timely and consistently.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Participates in department decisions, program assessment, and curriculum development.

Skills

LMS experience (D2L)

Equity-minded teaching

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Master's degree in Economics

18 graduate credit hours in the discipline

Tools

Desire2Learn (D2L) LMS

Job description

Title

Instructor - Economics

Position Type

Instructor

College

Community College of Denver

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

CCD Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway

Campus

Auraria Campus

Location

Denver

Who We Are

The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.

Job Summary

The Adjunct Instructor for Economics serves the integral role of teaching traditional, in-person classes and online courses, guided by CCNS learning outcomes. A successful candidate will treat all students equitably, fairly, and with the focused goal of student success.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaches economics classes in a variety of times through multiple modalities:
  • Online (through Desire2Learn, CCD’s LMS platform)
  • In‑person (using Desire2Learn as a consistent resource for students)
• Commands strong teaching skills, and models a student‑centered environment to support a diverse student population.
• Utilizes a course syllabus, following established institutional and departmental guidelines.
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
• Effectively structures classes, curriculum, assignments, and assessments to support course outcomes, program outcomes, and student success.
• Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving CCNS course objectives and communicates with students about their progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and community members.
• Actively participates in discipline/department decision‑making, processes, program development, program assessment, and curriculum development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Economics or related field and at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline to be taught.
• Experience: All classroom instruction is supported by Desire2Learn (D2L), CCD’s adopted Learning Management System. Preference for familiarity or experience with D2L or other LMS platforms.
• Recent experience working with Latinx/Hispanic, African American, Native American, and other racially/ethnically, socioeconomically minoritized students in the classroom is preferred.
• Understanding of how historical patterns have shaped these groups' experiences and representation within higher education, especially how real or perceived exclusion can shape patterns of participation and outcomes is required.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to continually examine and re‑mediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support various groups of marginalized students.
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom.

Selection Process

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References – Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
• Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
• Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable

All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: "Last name, First name Document." For example: Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts. Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.

For pay information, please refer to https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

Additional Information/Benefits

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations and is just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. Our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population, offering career pathways that make a difference in the lives of our students.

CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also provide tuition reimbursement for teachers and their dependents.

The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.