What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor for English position at Community College of Denver (CO)?
JOB
Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment.? CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.GENERAL SUMMARYCCD’s English department prepares students to be effective communicators who gather, analyze, and communicate information for a variety of purposes and audiences. Our composition, technical writing, and creative writing courses help students build their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills while fulfilling their general education and Associate degree requirements.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Primary teaching duties will be in English (ENG). ENG courses are both transfer-level and developmental. Our department values the contributions from the entire department, both full-time and part-time teachers, and adjunct instructors are included in professional development, department projects, robust peer observations, and ongoing program assessment. We also seek to recognize and engage with the institution and the greater Auraria community.The English department is committed to closing the achievement gap in ENG courses through systematic data review, ongoing professional development, and individual reflection. Successful applicants will share CCD’s and the Department of English’s commitment to educating its diverse student population. Faculty must demonstrate a willingness to examine and re-mediate their instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support various groups of marginalized students with diverse learning needs. We are committed to student-centered teaching in all modalities, while recognizing the personal and academic success of our students who are predominantly first-generation and from backgrounds underrepresented in higher education. Ideal candidates will be able to help transition new students into the college experience.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For pay information, please refer to the following: https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrixInterested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccdwhich includes: Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this pageCover LetterResumeReferences - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional referencesCopies of transcripts, unofficial preferred Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable **All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.***CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer. Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under “student’s right to know”: https://www.ccd.edu/org/campus-safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042.
Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment.? CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.GENERAL SUMMARYCCD’s English department prepares students to be effective communicators who gather, analyze, and communicate information for a variety of purposes and audiences. Our composition, technical writing, and creative writing courses help students build their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills while fulfilling their general education and Associate degree requirements.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Primary teaching duties will be in English (ENG). ENG courses are both transfer-level and developmental. Our department values the contributions from the entire department, both full-time and part-time teachers, and adjunct instructors are included in professional development, department projects, robust peer observations, and ongoing program assessment. We also seek to recognize and engage with the institution and the greater Auraria community.The English department is committed to closing the achievement gap in ENG courses through systematic data review, ongoing professional development, and individual reflection. Successful applicants will share CCD’s and the Department of English’s commitment to educating its diverse student population. Faculty must demonstrate a willingness to examine and re-mediate their instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support various groups of marginalized students with diverse learning needs. We are committed to student-centered teaching in all modalities, while recognizing the personal and academic success of our students who are predominantly first-generation and from backgrounds underrepresented in higher education. Ideal candidates will be able to help transition new students into the college experience.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For pay information, please refer to the following: https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrixInterested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccdwhich includes: Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this pageCover LetterResumeReferences - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional referencesCopies of transcripts, unofficial preferred Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable **All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.***CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer. Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under “student’s right to know”: https://www.ccd.edu/org/campus-safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042.
