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. 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.
Adjunct Faculty, Accounting
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United States
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Mid Level
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Adjunct Faculty, Accounting
Colorado Mountain College-Glenwood Springs
Role Description 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 need 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. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for dynamic classroom experiences and excellent academic opportunities and student support. Qualifications - 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. - 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. - Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred. Requirements - 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. - Engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and enhance learning. - Participate in relevant projects, mentor peers, and assist with assessment activities. - Maintain accurate course records of students and complete course forms as required. - Be available for student consultation. - Assist in the recruitment of students, as appropriate. - Represent the college in a professional manner throughout the communities and college district. - Engage in professional development as required for credentialing. Benefits - Successful completion of a background check will be required. - May require travel and evening and/or weekend hours. - CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Company Description 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. 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.
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