Job Description
Primary Responsibility
The adjunct faculty members of Colorado Mountain College are here to assist students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate staff resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available which complement the teaching process. The faculty members needs to be committed to facilitating learning throughout our communities. Although teaching is the most important role of the faculty, the needs of our learners are also served when faculty are engaged in scholarly…
endeavors as well as service activities.
The college seeks innovative facilitators of learning who are active in the art of teaching and passionate about extending academic opportunities to all students. Colorado Mountain College is an institution offering associate and bachelor’s degrees with a focus on positive classroom experiences and excellent outcomes for all students. CMC does not conduct research but instead focuses on excellence in teaching and learning in diverse classroom settings and programs. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for dynamic classroom experiences and excellent academic opportunities and student support.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
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. Example for business: (business, finance, management, marketing, or related fields). Minimum of 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 or abilities directly applicable to the position: knowledge with pedagogy, and 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.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
Essential Duties
The following responsibilities and activities are listed to maintain consistency in the application of expectations and align job duties with evaluation and promotion procedures.
Teaching responsibilities expected of all faculty include teaching 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.
CMC Faculty are expected to engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and enhance learning. Service activities such as campus and college committees, participate in relevant projects, mentor peers, participate in and assist with assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting and retention.
All faculty acknowledge that final payment of any contract may be withheld until submission of grades is complete.
- To teach classes as assigned by designated supervisor.
- To prepare appropriate lesson plans for each course in accordance with approved course objectives.
- To develop and submit course outlines and syllabi to appropriate supervisor.
- To assist with development of measurable course objectives and plans.
- To develop a relationship with students & staff that is professional and encourages teacher/student communication.
- To maintain accurate course records of students and complete course forms as required.
- Be available for student consultation.
- To assist in the recruitment of students, as appropriate.
- When agreed upon, and as appropriate, to assist in the evaluation of curriculum and instructional performance.
- To represent the college in a professional manner throughout the communities and college district by promoting a positive public image.
- To engage in professional development as required for credentialing.
Supervision of the Position
This position will report to the Assistant Dean of Instruction or designee in alignment with discipline deans.
Supervisory Responsibility
The position may supervise student employees. Special Conditions of Employment Successful completion of a background check will be 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.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and 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.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, 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 to perform 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, benefits@coloradomtn.edu
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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.
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.
Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.
Organization
Colorado Mountain College has eleven locations across 12,000 square miles in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. It’s the perfect place to begin an education and explore options for the future.
We offer bachelor’s degrees, liberal arts and science associates degrees, certificate programs, occupational training, lifelong learning and customized business training.
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has recognized CMC as in the top 13% of two-year colleges in the U.S. for exceptional student performance and outcomes. The college was also ranked #17 in the nation by CNN/Money for student success among more than 800 two-year colleges. And CMC was rated #1 among Colorado’s two-year colleges for graduation plus transfer rates.
Size & Coverage
- Founded 1965: Classes started 1967
- College type: Public bachelor’s and associate’s degree-granting institution
- Governance: locally-controlled, property tax-supported college, governed by a seven member elected board of trustees
- Accreditation: The Higher Learning Commission
- Economic Impact: 1,178 FTE jobs in the nine-county region, $46.2 million in earnings; and $65.4 million in regional economic output annually
- Colorado Mountain College Foundation: Assets are $14 million, largest gift $4 million, total raised since incorporation $36.9 million, governed by 15 directors who are also generous donors
- District & service area: 12,000 square miles
- Counties served: 9 including Eagle, Grand, Jackson, Lake, Garfield, Pitkin, Summit, Chaffee, Routt
- Number of students attending annually: Over 20,400
- Full-time faculty: 112
- College-wide student/teacher ratio: 12 to 1
Uniquely CMC
- CMC ranked #17 out of nearly 800 community colleges in the country for successful graduation and transfer rates— CNN/Money
- Third most affordable public four-year degree in the country— U.S. Department of Education
- The Isaacson School for New Media is named for digital communications pioneer and author Walter Isaacson
- Eight athletes competing in the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games studied at Colorado Mountain College
- First Ski and Snowboard Business degree and first national certification for snowsports sales, marketing and retail in partnership with SnowSports Industries America (SIA)
- America’s only certification in ski lift & ropeway maintenance
- Veterinary Technology graduates had a 100% pass rate on the Veterinary Technician National Examination for three of the past five years
- Culinary students have been Colorado State Champions seven times
- Professional Photography students have won awards at the prestigious annual College Photographer of the Year Awards for the past three years
- Programs in Sustainability Studies
- Resort Management Professor Terry Hunter was honored with the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s national award for hospitality training and education
- CMC generates 220 kilowatts of solar-powered electricity with five on-campus photovoltaic installations
- CMC has signed the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment and has committed to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
Enrollment & Graduation Statistics
Top degree programs by enrollment:
- Associate of Arts (AA)
- Associate of Science (AS)
- Associate of Arts in Business (AA)
- Associate of General Studies (AGS)
- Emergency Medical Tech Basic (COP)
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS)
3,785 full-time credit students
Average part-time student: 38 years of age
Average full-time student: 24 years of age
85% of students are from Colorado
Workforce training and Customized Business Services trained 1,200 people during 2012-13 in supervisory & leadership skills, computers, workplace team-building, CPR certification, and more.
Equal Opportunity
Colorado Mountain College is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.
Find out about current full time openings at CMC: www.coloradomtn.edu/employment