Adjunct Instructor in Geography

2 months ago


Greeley, Colorado, United States Aims Community College Full time
Position Overview:
Aims Community College is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that aligns with the College's Mission, Vision, Values, and commitment to JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion). We seek individuals who are passionate about contributing to this environment and possess the necessary skills to excel in this role.

Role Responsibilities:
  • Deliver high-quality instruction in geography courses.
  • Assess student assignments, provide constructive feedback to enhance learning, and submit grades promptly.
  • Update course materials to ensure relevance in pedagogy and content, adhering to the college's high standards.
  • Develop innovative teaching strategies and adopt student-centered learning practices to improve educational outcomes.
  • Clearly communicate student learning objectives, offer diverse learning activities linked to these objectives, and engage in both formative and summative assessments of student performance.
  • Utilize assessment data to refine instructional methods and enhance student learning experiences.
  • Commit to ongoing professional development to maintain instructional excellence in your area of expertise.
  • Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues to support the College's Mission Statement and commitment to Diversity.
  • Maintain positive and professional relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration.
  • Fulfill additional departmental, divisional, or institutional responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chair.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Geography or a Master's Degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the relevant discipline.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in college-level teaching.
Application Requirements:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Transcripts (official transcripts will be requested upon hire)
  • Curriculum Vitae
Important Notes:
  • Ensure your previous work experience aligns with the job duties outlined in this posting.
  • Indicate whether your work experience was part-time or full-time by specifying the average hours worked per week.
  • Upload all required documents as part of your application materials.
Faculty Requirements:
Upon hiring, candidates must provide academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Applicants with degrees from outside the United States must obtain a credential evaluation of their transcripts.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit, without discrimination based on various factors including 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 specified closing date and will become the property of Aims Community College.