Adjunct, Bike Mechanic

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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. Faculty members are committed to facilitating learning throughout our communities. While teaching is the most important role, faculty also serve learners through scholarly endeavors and service activities.

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.

Qualified candidates must be credentialed to teach in the specific program or be eligible to be credentialed. Ideal qualifications include:

• A minimum of a master’s degree in the specific program, or a Master’s Degree with at least 18 graduate credits in a related field. For business examples, this includes 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 or 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 of pedagogy, teaching experience equivalent to two years; strong background in computers and technology; excellent organizational and general office skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; willingness to learn; ability to research and analyze data; ability to work independently towards established goals and deadlines.
• Welcoming, innovative, and focused on student success principles.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.
• Residence in the State of Colorado and performance of all duties within the state; not eligible for visa sponsorship; must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Essential Duties

• To teach classes as assigned by the designated supervisor.
• To prepare appropriate lesson plans for each course in accordance with approved objectives.
• To develop and submit course outlines and syllabi to the appropriate supervisor.
• To assist with development of measurable course objectives and plans.
• To develop a professional relationship with students and staff that encourages teacher/student communication.
• To maintain accurate course records and complete required forms.
• To be available for student consultation.
• To assist in the recruitment of students, as appropriate.
• To assist with evaluation of curriculum and instructional performance, when agreed upon.
• To represent the college in a professional manner throughout the community and college district, 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. The position may supervise student employees. Successful completion of a background check and, if applicable, a motor vehicle records report will be required. Incumbents 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, driving; occasional handling and moving objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and analytical reasoning are required. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.

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