Adjunct Faculty, Health Professional

Colorado Mountain College•Breckenridge, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado Mountain College seeks adjunct faculty members to support student learning by using appropriate staff resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies. Faculty are expected to facilitate learning in their communities, provide dynamic classroom experiences, and support academic opportunities for students. Teaching is the central role, supplemented by scholarly and creative activities, professional development, and service. The College emphasizes excellence in teaching and learning rather than research, and seeks faculty committed to positive classroom experiences, student support, and strong academic outcomes. Faculty teach assigned courses, prepare lessons and course materials aligned with approved objectives, assess student learning, maintain course records, and make themselves available for student consultation. They also contribute to advising, recruitment, curriculum evaluation, assessment, program review, college service, and professional development as applicable. The position reports to the Assistant Dean of Instruction or designee in alignment with discipline deans, and may supervise student employees. Employees must perform assigned duties within Colorado and accurately report their work location. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. A background check is required, as well as a motor vehicle records report when applicable. Travel and evening and/or weekend hours may be required. Employees must follow College safety and compliance policies. Colorado Mountain College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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 relevant to the position, or a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in a specifically related field.
Minimum of one year of full-time teaching experience, or equivalent experience as an adjunct instructor.
An applicable combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Knowledge of pedagogy and teaching experience equating to two years.
Strong background in computers and technology.
Excellent organizational skills and general office skills, including filing, typing, and answering the phone.
Customer-oriented approach and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to learn.
Ability to research and effectively analyze data.
Ability to work independently toward established goals and deadlines.
Commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Successful completion of a background check; motor vehicle records report when applicable.
Ability to meet the position’s working-condition demands, including frequent hand/arm reaching and finger movements, constant written and oral communication, and occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses and course loads.
Prepare lesson plans in accordance with approved course objectives.
Develop and submit course outlines and syllabi to the appropriate supervisor.
Assist with the development of measurable course objectives and plans.
Evaluate courses and assess student learning; meet established course, program, and learning outcomes.
Comply with College 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.
When agreed upon and appropriate, assist in evaluating curriculum and instructional performance.
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 activities, as applicable.
Represent the College professionally in its communities and district and promote a positive public image.
Engage in professional development as required for credentialing.
Follow College safety and compliance policies while performing assigned duties.
Accurately report work location and perform assigned duties within Colorado.