Part-Time: Instructor II, Continuing Education at InsideHigherEd

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For assistance, please contact the recruitment team at 970-378-3720.

Minimum Hourly Rate:

$40.34

Part-time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Job Description:

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

The Continuing Education Instructor II will teach Personal Enrichment and Professional Development type courses and is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and practical courses designed to enhance personal growth and professional skills for adult learners. Subjects may include but are not limited to: wellness, creative arts, leadership, communication, technology, and career advancement. Occasional travel may be required. These courses are typically prepared and proposed to the Continuing Education team before the position is hired. Potential candidates are encouraged to reach out to the Continuing team with a course proposal.

Work Hours:

• Work hours are based on need basis. No guarantee of weekly hours.

Job Duties:

• Provide instruction to community members, industry partners, and Aims students. Topics may include but are not limited to: Personal Enrichment, Computer, Professional Development, Alternative Health and Wellness courses.

• Create course outlines and class materials as needed.

• Incorporate current subject matter expertise into instruction.

• Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student success.

• Supervise students to ensure the safe and proper use of the facility, equipment and supplies.

• Employ relevant teaching tools, strategies, and classroom technologies.

• Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrate continuous commitment to quality instruction.

• Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration.

• Work as a team member with a genuine spirit of cooperation and flexibility.

• Must be self-directed and self-motivated.

• Participate in advisory committee meetings and activities as required.

• Assist in developing quality relationships with business, industry, and community members.

• Implement department, division, and institutional goals as assigned.

• Demonstrate a willingness to embrace and apply the provisions of the College’s mission statement, purpose, philosophy, and commitment to diversity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience in subject matter being taught

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or relevant certifications in area of expertise

• Two (2) years of instruction experience in area of expertise

• Three (3) to five (5) years industry experience in subject matter

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page: https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening/Selection:

To be considered, please provide a thorough and complete application.
Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.