Philosophy Part-Time Instructor

Philosophy Part-Time Instructor

Company: Red Rocks Community College

Job Location: Lakewood, 80228

Category: Philosophy

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Salary: See Position Description

Location: Lakewood, CO

Job Number: 01134

Division: Academic Affairs & Workforce Innovation

Department: Philosophy

Closing Date: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary of Position

Red Rocks Community College seeks dynamic, dedicated, and student-centered individuals to serve as Part-Time Philosophy Instructors. Reporting to the History Department Chair, this role is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in a variety of philosophy courses, which may include Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, Business Ethics, Logic, Comparative Religions, World Religions East, World Religions West, Philosophy of Religion, and Environmental Ethics, across multiple modalities—face-to-face, hybrid, and online. Teaching assignments may take place during daytime, evening, or weekend hours at either of the college's campuses or online. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to student learning, academic excellence, and equity, while fostering an inclusive classroom environment that supports the diverse needs of our student population.

The position's primary focus is effective and engaging teaching, curriculum development, student assessment, and supporting department initiatives. Additional responsibilities include planning class activities, grading, maintaining student records, participating in departmental meetings, and assisting with program-related tasks such as scheduling and student advising. The instructor is expected to maintain regular campus hours, adhere to institutional policies, and remain current in both the discipline and instructional methods. All final candidates must designate Colorado as their primary work location, including for online teaching assignments.

This posting is used to fill multiple vacancies. Compensation is based on credit hour/contact hour ratios and ranges from $1,177.73 to $1,294.58 per credit hour.

Top Three Characteristics of a Successful Candidate:

• Student-Centered Instructional Approach: Committed to fostering academic success for a diverse student population through engaging, inclusive, and adaptable teaching strategies.
• Professionalism and Collaboration: Demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work respectfully within diverse teams.
• Instructional Excellence and Adaptability: Maintains currency in philosophical content and pedagogy while effectively integrating technology and assessment data to improve learning outcomes.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to teach students using traditional and alternative methods of instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into the classroom.
• Ability to work from campus (primarily our Lakewood/Arvada campus with occasional hours at the Lakewood/Arvada campus).
• Ability to collaborate in diverse teams while demonstrating respect for differing perspectives and fostering a positive work environment.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, organization, and time management skills. Technology proficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in philosophy OR Master's degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in Philosophy, from an accredited institution.
• Tested experience may be used in lieu of the degree requirement on a case-by-case basis.
• Experience teaching and/or training in various subjects within the discipline.
• Actively seek opportunities for professional growth by embracing challenges, learning from feedback, engaging in professional development, and applying new strategies to improve your practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching Philosophy at the college level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Philosophy and experience using non-traditional learning environments.
• Demonstrated commitment working with and supporting students from diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Physical & Cognitive Demands

The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.

• Occasionally moves, positions, and transports files and office materials weighing up to 10 lbs.
• This is largely a sedentary role. This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
• The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.

Advertised Pay

The pay for this position is $1,177.73 to $1,294.58 per credit hour, commensurate with education and experience. This is a part-time, FLSA exempt position and may work up to 28 hours per week, depending on budget and need.

To Apply

All applicants must submit:

1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
3. Transcripts (Unofficial of graduate and post graduate work)