Adjunct Faculty, Emergency Medical Services

Colorado Mountain College•Breckenridge, CO

About The Position

Colorado Mountain College seeks adjunct faculty to support student learning by using available staff resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies. Faculty are expected to facilitate learning in their communities and contribute through teaching, scholarly and creative activities, and service. The college emphasizes excellent teaching and learning, positive classroom experiences, student support, and opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds. Faculty also contribute to the college’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship and supporting sustainable practices. The role teaches assigned classes, prepares lessons and course materials aligned with approved objectives, maintains student records, supports student consultation and advising, and participates in recruitment, assessment, curriculum activities, professional development, and college service as appropriate. The position reports to the Assistant Dean of Instruction or designee in alignment with discipline deans and may supervise student employees. Successful completion of a background check is required, with a motor vehicle records report when applicable. The role may require travel and evening or weekend hours. Employees must perform assigned duties within Colorado, accurately report their work location, and be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Must be credentialed to teach in the specific program or eligible to be credentialed.
A minimum of a master’s degree in a specific degree for the position, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in a related field; an applicable equivalent combination of education and experience may meet position requirements.
At least one year of full-time teaching experience or equivalent adjunct teaching experience.
Knowledge of pedagogy and teaching experience equating to two years.
Strong computer and technology background.
Excellent organizational skills and general office skills, including filing, typing, answering phones, customer orientation, and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to learn, ability to research and analyze data effectively, and ability to work independently toward established goals and deadlines.
Commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Successful completion of a background check; motor vehicle records report when applicable.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Must perform assigned duties within Colorado and accurately report work location.

Nice To Haves

Higher education teaching experience preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish or conversational language abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach classes as assigned by the designated supervisor.
Prepare lesson plans for each course in accordance with approved course objectives.
Develop and submit course outlines and syllabi to the appropriate supervisor.
Assist with developing measurable course objectives and plans.
Evaluate courses and assess student learning; meet established course, program, and learning outcomes.
Comply with applicable guidelines and policies and maintain office hours according to established standards.
Develop professional rapport with students and staff and encourage teacher-student communication.
Maintain accurate student course records and complete required course forms.
Be available for student consultation and participate in advising, orientation, and registration activities.
Assist with student recruitment as appropriate.
Assist with curriculum and instructional performance evaluation when agreed upon and appropriate.
Engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and learning.
Participate in service activities, including committees, relevant projects, peer mentoring, assessment, program review, and student organization, recruiting, and retention activities.
Represent the college professionally and promote a positive public image throughout the college district and communities.
Complete professional development required for credentialing.
Follow college safety and compliance policies while performing assigned duties.
Accurately report work location and perform assigned duties within the State of Colorado.