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.
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.

Economics

We are currently seeking economics instructors, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in economics or a closely related field, and who are available during the day beginning in the Fall 2013.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree from an accredited college/university in economics 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 (including availability for Summer 2013 and Fall 2013) and list of references to tami.bertelsen@arapahoe.edu.

Geology

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

Human Performance

This position will provide instruction in Sports Psychology, Exercise Physiology, Skills and Methods of Teach Weight Training and Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries according to established pre-designed course materials and syllabus. This position is responsible for teaching 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. The instructor is responsible for delivering material in compliance with program material, grading, arranging field trips, setting up and preparing for labs, returning e-mails/phone calls, being available for students during office hours and being a part of the HUP/EHS advisory committee. 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. This position requires 4,000 hours of direct experience in the field for credentialing that is required for this position once hired. The hours of this part time position are noon-5pm on Tuesday and Thursday.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • B.A. or M.A. in Health/Fitness/Exercise  or related field and  4,000 hours of occupational experience in Health/Fitness/Exercise  or related work.
  • Current CPR-PR/AED and First Aid certification through the American Red Cross
  • State vocational license (in Human Performance/ Exercise Health Sciences  obtain within one month of hire)

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Teaching experience in a college-level academic CTE preparation program
  • ACSM  or other national certification
  • Pedagogical experience

Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2013 (August)                       

Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter specifically addressing the position requirements, a list of references, and a current résumé to: Sophie Mabry.
Email: sophie.mabry@arapahoe.edu
Phone: 303-797-5856
US Mail:
Arapahoe Community College
Attn: Sophie Mabry
Human Performance/Exercise Health Sciences Program               
5900 S. Santa Fe Drive
Littleton, CO 80120

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 beginning in the Fall 2013 semester. Instructors with at least 18 graduate credit hours in math or a closely related field and who are available during the day with flexible schedules are in particular demand. Responsibilities include: instruction, student assessment, and other related instructional duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Math Development Education Classes:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Math College Level Classes:

  • 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 (including availability for Fall 2013) 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

Paralegal

The Paralegal Program is seeking qualified instructors for possible openings in fall or spring semester. Instructors may be needed to teach day or evening classes in one of the following areas: Business Law, Legal Computer Applications, Litigation, Property and e-Discovery. Applicants must supply a resume with includes information about the applicant's experience working with paralegals. Preference will be given to licensed Colorado attorneys with three to five years' legal practice or paralegals with five or more years of legal experience.

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Part–Time Instructor Salaries
for FY 2012-2013

  • Lecture Classes: $657.77 per credit hour
  • Lecture/Lab: $832.30 per credit hour
  • Lecture/Clinical: $986.00 per credit hour
  • Practicum: Negotiable

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