Part-Time Instructor Opportunities

Hiring Procedures

Arapahoe Community College Department Chairs hire part–time instructors when they need them.

To apply, please submit a cover letter stating the courses you would like to teach and a resume or curriculum vitae to recruiter@arapahoe.edu. Please note this e–mail address is restricted to only receiving applications and cannot be used for responding to questions.

You may also submit your information to:
Arapahoe Community College
Department of Human Resources
Campus Box 5
5900 South Santa Fe Drive
P.O. Box 9002
Littleton, CO 80160–9002

Part-Time Instructor Position Descriptions:

Astronomy

Instructors for Introduction to Astronomy. Master's Degree in Physical Science with graduate work in Astronomy. Contact Henry Weigel at henry.weigel@arapahoe.edu.

Automotive

Automotive Technology Program

The Automotive Department is in need of qualified instructors.

  • Five (5) years of industry experience and relevant industry certifications are the minimum requirements.
  • Contact Jerry Viola 303.797.5992.
Biology

Part-time instructors needed for teaching a variety of subjects including Human Biology, Science of Biology, and Human Anatomy and Physiology. Instructors with experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology are in particular demand. Responsibilities include: instruction, student assessment, occasional curriculum development, and other related instructional duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university/or equivalent in biology or closely related field
  • Eighteen graduate credit hours in biology or related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree from an accredited college/university in biology or closely related field
  • Postsecondary teaching experience
  • Experience with diverse populations
  • Understanding and commitment to the philosophy, role, and mission of a community college.

Please forward a resume, letter of interest and list of references to jody.johnson@arapahoe.edu

College Preparatory Studies - English and Reading and Advanced Academic Achievement

Part-time instructors needed to teach ENG 030 and REA 030 - Basic Writing and Reading, ENG 060 & REA 060 - Writing Fundamentals and Foundations of Reading; ENG 090 and REA 090 – Basic Composition and College Preparatory Reading; AAA109 – Advanced Academic Achievement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Master's degree from an accredited college/university/or equivalent in Education, Reading, Literacy or English
  • Teaching experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • College Preparatory Studies and/ or Adult Basic Education teaching experience
  • Experience with computer technology as a classroom teaching tool
  • Experience with diverse populations
  • Understanding and commitment to the philosophy, role, and mission of a community college.

Please forward a resume, letter of interest and list of references to michelle.vandesande@arapahoe.edu

Communication

Part-time instructors needed for teaching Public Speaking and/or Interpersonal Communication at the Littleton, Parker, and Castle Rock campuses for fall semester 2012. Responsibilities include: instruction, student assessment, occasional curriculum development, and other related instructional duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university/or equivalent in speech communication or closely related field, PLUS
  • Eighteen graduate credit hours in speech communication

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree from an accredited college/university in speech communication
  • Postsecondary teaching experience
  • Experience with diverse populations
  • Understanding and commitment to the philosophy, role, and mission of a community college.

Please forward a résumé or CV, letter of interest and list of references to neva.gronert@arapahoe.edu.

Community Education Instructors

The Community Education Program is looking for teachers in English as a Second Language, small business, computer applications, arts and crafts, and foreign languages. Possible teaching locations include Littleton, Parker, and Castle Rock campuses.

Send a cover letter, resume, and overview of the class you feel qualified to teach to communityed@arapahoe.edu. Visit our web site at http://arapahoe.edu/community-education for a sample of classes currently offered.

Computer Science Instructor

Part-time instructors needed for teaching a variety of CSC subjects. Responsibilities include: instruction, student assessment, occasional curriculum development, and other related instructional duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • B.S. degree or higher in Computer Science or related discipline.
  • Game programming experience in any of the following areas:
    • Java, C++
    • Unreal, Unity, XNA, Game Maker, others.
    • Teaching experience.
    • Knowledge of other game engines and tools such as Maya, 3dsMax is helpful.

 

Please forward a resume, letter of interest and list of references to abeer.khaleq@arapahoe.edu. Please note CSC Adjunct in the email subject line. No phone calls.

Early Childhood Education

Part-time instructors needed for teaching a variety of ECE subjects, including Intro to ECE and Guidance Strategies. Responsibilities include instruction, student assessment, occasional curriculum development, and other related instructional duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Early Childhood Education or closely related field
  • 5 years experience in the field of ECE

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Postsecondary teaching experience
  • Experience with diverse populations
  • Understanding and commitment to the philosophy, role, and mission of a community college.

Please forward a resume, letter of interest, and a list of references to Kristin.habicht@arapahoe.edu.

Journalism

This position will provide instruction in assigned classes according to established course model syllabus. This position will teach assigned classes in keeping with community college philosophy while upholding the values of the college and abide by all relevant college and CCCS and SBCCOE policies and procedures. At the beginning of the course, the instructor will provide students and the Department with a syllabus for the course, attend departmental/divisional/instruction-wide meetings, and required faculty development activities such as New Instructor Orientation. In addition, the instructor will evaluate student performance in accordance with student learning outcomes as stated in the course syllabus, maintain accurate records of attendance and grading of students, and submit required records according to published deadlines as well as conduct student evaluations of instruction as required by the college.

Arapahoe Community College is looking for innovative faculty to teach Journalism courses in the following areas:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • M.A. or equivalent experience in Journalism or related field OR B.A. in Journalism or related field and 4,000 hours of occupational experience
  • Three years teaching experience in different JOU skill areas

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Teaching experience in a college-level academic preparation program
  • Strong computer skills

Anticipated Start Date: Ongoing

Application Process:
Please submit a letter of application, specifically addressing the position requirements, a list of references, and a current résumé to: Josie Mills, Ph.D.

Email: josie.mills@arapahoe.edu
Phone: 303-797-5813
US Mail: Arapahoe Community College
                Attn: Josie Mills, Ph.D.
                5900 S. Santa Fe Dr
                Littleton, CO 80120

Math

Part-time instructors needed for teaching a variety of math subjects. Instructors available during the day with flexible schedules are in particular demand. Responsibilities include: instruction, student assessment, and other related instructional duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university/or equivalent in math or closely related field
  • Eighteen graduate credit hours in math or related field

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree from an accredited college/university in math or closely related field
  • Postsecondary teaching experience
  • Experience with diverse populations
  • Understanding and commitment to the philosophy, role, and mission of a community college.

Please forward a resume, letter of interest and list of references to cathy.schnakenburg@arapahoe.edu.

Meteorology

We are currently seeking an instructor for General Meteorology. A Master's Degree in Physical Science with graduate work in Meteorology is required. Preference will be given to those with a Master's or Ph.D. in Meteorology. Contact Henry Weigel 303.797.5831 or henry.weigel@arapahoe.edu

Nursing - Medical/Surgical Clinical

CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR

Medical/Surgical Nursing – MSN required. Six week rotations, 16-24 hours / week. Please apply to the Nursing Program Clinical Coordinator at nursing@arapahoe.edu. For more information, please call 303.797.5892. 

Pharmacy Instructor

Arapahoe Community College is seeking part time adjunct faculty to teach the Community (Retail) Pharmacy course within the ASHP accredited Pharmacy Technician Program. This is a five week course offered in a hybrid format with theory online and labs on Wednesdays (3:30P-8:50P) and Saturdays (8:00A-1:30P). Licensed Pharmacists and Certified Pharmacy Technicians are encouraged to apply.

Certified Pharmacy Technicians must have 2-5 years current work experience in a community (retail) setting and be a graduate of a pharmacy technician program. Teaching experience is preferred for both Technicians and Pharmacists. Start date for this course is April 4, 2012. 

Please send resume to sue.treitz@arapahoe.edu or call 303.797.5962 for further information. AA/EOE.

Social Work

Part-time instructors needed for teaching a variety of Social Work Leadership Skills subjects. These topics include but are not limited to Customer Service in the Social Services Sector, Cross Cultural Communication, Empathy in the Workplace, Effective Interviewing and Supervisory Skills. Instructors available during the day with flexible schedules are in particular demand. Responsibilities include: instruction, student assessment, and other related instructional duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university/or equivalent in Social Work or closely related field
  • Eighteen graduate credit hours in Social Work or related field
  • Ability to travel throughout the State of Colorado to deliver instruction to clients on site.
  • Experience authoring original syllabi in a timely manner
  • Immediate availability

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Social Work or closely related field
  • Postsecondary teaching experience
  • Experience with diverse populations
  • Understanding and commitment to the philosophy, role, and mission of a community college.

Please forward a resume, letter of interest and list of references to erica.bullock-jones@arapahoe.edu.

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Part–Time Instructor Salaries
for FY 2011-2012

  • Lecture Classes: $644.87 per credit hour
  • Lecture/Lab: $966.67 per credit hour
  • Lecture/Clinical: $815.98 per credit hour
  • Practicum: Negotiable

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