Adjunct Faculty, Biological Sciences
About The Position
Colorado Mountain College seeks an adjunct faculty member in Biological Sciences to facilitate student learning using available staff resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies. The role emphasizes dynamic classroom experiences, teaching excellence, student support, and access to academic opportunities for learners from diverse backgrounds. Faculty are expected to contribute to scholarly and creative activities that enhance disciplinary expertise and learning, as well as service activities that support the college community. The faculty member teaches assigned classes and supports students through course preparation, consultation, advising-related activities, and communication. 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. Travel and evening or weekend hours may be required. A background check and, when applicable, a motor vehicle records report are required. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in a specific degree relevant to the position, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in a specifically related field; candidates must be credentialed or eligible to be credentialed to teach in the program.
- At least one year of full-time teaching experience or equivalent adjunct-instructor experience.
- An applicable combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the position’s duties and responsibilities.
- Knowledge of pedagogy and teaching experience equivalent to two years.
- Strong background in computers and technology.
- Excellent organizational skills and general office skills, including filing, typing, and answering the phone; 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.
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
- Ability to perform assigned duties within the State of Colorado.
- Successful completion of a background check and, when applicable, a motor vehicle records report.
- Adherence to Colorado Mountain College safety and compliance policies.
Nice To Haves
- Higher education teaching experience.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills or conversational language abilities.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned courses and meet the assigned teaching load.
- Evaluate courses and assess student learning; meet established course, program, and learning outcomes and comply with applicable guidelines and policies.
- Maintain office hours according to established standards, develop rapport with students, and be available for student consultation.
- Assist with and participate in advising, orientation, and registration activities.
- Prepare lesson plans 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.
- Maintain accurate student course records and complete required course forms.
- Develop professional relationships with students and staff that encourage teacher-student communication.
- Assist with student recruitment as appropriate.
- When agreed upon and appropriate, assist with curriculum and instructional-performance evaluation.
- Represent the college professionally in its communities and district and promote a positive public image.
- Engage in professional development as required for credentialing.
- Participate in scholarly and creative activities that enhance disciplinary expertise and learning.
- Contribute to service activities, including committees, relevant projects, peer mentoring, assessment, program review, student organizations, recruiting, and retention.
- Support the college’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in daily operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
