Human Services Instructor

About the Employer

Adjunct Faculty - Human Services

Job Summary

The Adjunct Faculty members of Colorado Mountain College are committed to assisting students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate staff resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available. They need to be passionate about extending academic opportunities to all students.

Primary Responsibilities

Teach course load as assigned Evaluate courses and assess student learning Meet established course, program, and learning outcomes Comply with guidelines and policies Maintain office hours per established standards Develop rapport with students Assist with and participate in advising, orientation, and registration activities

Scholarly and Creative Activities

Engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and learning Participate in campus and college committees Mentor peers Participate in and assist with assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting, and retention

Working Conditions

Constant sitting, occasional walking, standing, driving, handling objects, pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, 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

Supervision and Working Conditions

This position will report to the Assistant Dean of Instruction or designee in alignment with discipline deans. The position may supervise student employees. Successful completion of a background check is required as well as motor vehicles records report when applicable. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. May require travel and evening and/or weekend hours

Benefits and Accommodations

Colorado Mountain College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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 you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, at benefits@coloradomtn.edu

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates must be credentialed to teach in the specific program or eligible to be credentialed.

Examples of ideal qualifications include:

A minimum of a master's degree in a specific degree for the position being recruited or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in a specifically related field.

Minimum one-year full-time teaching experience, or the equivalent as an adjunct instructor.

Higher education teaching experience preferred.

An equivalent/applicable combination of education and experience to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position required.

Special Skills and Abilities

Knowledge with pedagogy, Teaching experience equating to two years. Must possess a strong background in computers and technology, excellent organizational skills, general office skills (filing, typing, answering the phone, customer-oriented and attention to detail); Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, ability to research and effectively analyze data, work independently towards established goals and deadlines.

Bilingual Language Abilities

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

Employment Requirements

Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their assigned duties within the state of Colorado. The college further expects employees to accurately report their work location at all times. Failure to do so impairs the college's ability to ensure compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information security, and operational requirements.

Visa Sponsorship

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.

Minimum Qualifications (Essential)

Qualified candidates must be credentialed to teach in the specific program or eligible to be credentialed.