PT Associate Faculty - Spanish

Cochise College • Sierra Vista Campus, AZ

23h

About The Position

The Associate Faculty of Spanish provides instruction district-wide to Cochise College students. Instruction may be delivered face-to-face, synchronously through a live-streaming platform, or online throughout Cochise County and the College’s service area. The position may involve teaching in a classroom, laboratory, or online environment and serving a diverse student population. Work is primarily performed under limited supervision. Evening or weekend work may be required. Compensation is $925 per equated credit unit. Applications are reviewed upon receipt; the position is open until filled and may close at any time. Cochise College requires a post-offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

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 U.S. Department of Education.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of current technologies; word-processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications; and Learning Management Systems.
• Knowledge of research-based adult learning principles; trends, developments, and new technologies affecting education; and curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional approaches.
• Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students’ needs and progress.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and relate to others in a professional, helpful manner.
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and maintain composure in difficult situations.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete multiple projects and tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Ability to identify and analyze problems, determine solutions, and take appropriate action using independent judgment and decision-making while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, faculty, students, and the public.
• Ability to lift, demonstrate manual dexterity, and communicate; sedentary work may involve exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently or constantly.
• Important mental abilities include memory for details, following verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses to enrolled students and manage a diverse student population in a classroom, laboratory, or online environment.
• Develop, prepare, and implement lesson plans; conduct pre- and post-assessments; and evaluate, assess, and plan for students’ educational and social needs.
• Complete college and department reports and mandatory training by their due dates and times.
• Respond to communications from students and colleagues within 48 hours.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to assess teaching strategies and instructional-program effectiveness and promote continuous improvement.
• Maintain student records, statistics, and other pertinent information as required by the College and department.
• Resolve issues within the position’s area of responsibility and authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the appropriate Department Chair, Dean, or other College official.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow college policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines; work cooperatively and harmoniously with students, faculty, staff, and the public; and strive for efficient, competent, and excellent work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time