PT Associate Faculty - Spanish

Cochise College; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochise College seeks an Associate Faculty of Spanish to deliver instruction across Cochise County, including face-to-face, live-streamed, and online formats. The role involves curriculum delivery, assessment, and student support across diverse courses.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Spanish or equivalent with 18 graduate hours in Spanish. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this district-wide position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Spanish or a Master's with 18 graduate hours in Spanish.
• Experience with college policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Learning Management Systems.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and curriculum development.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and maintain composure.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• T each assigned courses to enrolled students in various modalities.
• Develop and implement lesson plans with pre- and post-assessments.
• Complete reports and mandatory trainings by due dates.
• Respond to student and colleague inquiries within 48 hours.
• Collaborate with faculty to assess teaching strategies and improve programs.
• Maintain student records and department data.
• Address issues within scope and refer complex problems appropriately.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Policy knowledge

MS Office

Learning Management Systems

Adult learning principles

Curriculum development

Assessment methods

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Spanish

18 graduate hours in Spanish

Job description

Position Summary:

The Associate Faculty of Spanish is responsible for providing an invaluable service to the College and our students by providing instruction district-wide. Instruction is provided via a variety of media, including face-to-face courses, synchronous teaching through a live-streaming platform, and online throughout Cochise County and our entire services area.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.

Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Compensation: $925 per equated credit unit

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom, laboratory, or in an online environment

Develops, prepares, and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses, and plans for students’ educational and social needs

Completes all college and department reports and mandatory trainings on or before the due date and time

Responds to communications from students and colleagues within 48 hours

Collaborates with other faculty and staff in assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvement

Maintains student records, statistics, and/or other pertinent information as required by the college and the department

Resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the appropriate Department Chair, Dean, or other College official

Performs other related duties as assigned

General Expectations:

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective, and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Master’s degree in Spanish or a Master’s degree plus 18 graduate hours in Spanish from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures

Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, and Learning Management Systems

Knowledge of research-based adult learning principles

Knowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting education

Knowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and instructional approaches

Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students’ needs and progress

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relateto others in a professional, helpful manner

Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations

Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail

Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment

Ability to effectively identify and analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes while maintaining strict confidentiality related to sensitive information

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public

Work Environment:

Work is primarily performed under limited supervision in a classroom, laboratory, office, or online setting. Evening or weekend work may be required.

Physical Requirements:

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting, walking, and standing and all other sedentary criteria are met

Mental Application: Memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills are important

Reports to:

Dean of Liberal Arts