Instructor

Who We AreWe are the largest community college in Colorado, enrolling close to 28,000 credit students annually. We were one of 30 colleges in the initial American Association of Community Colleges Pathways Project, recently selected as a "Most Promising Place to Work" in Diverse Magazine, and profiled as one of six top community colleges for transfer student success in a recent Aspen Institute publication. We have developed a strong strategic plan focused on improving student graduation and transfer rates and have made significant investments in advising and other student support programs. At FRCC, we transform lives through excellence in teaching and learning. Pillars of our approach include: Inclusive learning environments; Active student engagement; Robust instructional content; Meaningful assessment; and Continuous improvement.We have a strong commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects our student community and supports our Philosophy of Inclusion. We are guided by the philosophy "One College, Many Communities." Campuses share many common values, goals, and practices, but are also given the opportunity and flexibility to develop unique cultures and programs that serve individual communities. In addition, we have a clear vision outlined in its strategic plan. For more information, visit the following: and VISION 2020.Who You AreAs a part-time instructor in the Biology Department you provide instruction in all levels, including developmental and/or transfer levels. Course assignments will be made based on experience. You work individually, as well as in collaboration with colleagues, to develop innovative curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. Student retention and success is your top priority. You will utilize technology and effective teaching strategies to develop students' critical thinking skills.You may be asked to teach at different times, locations and modalities to meet the needs of the College. SELECTION PROCESS: This is an open applicant pool. Applicants will be contacted based on the needs of the College. Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application package submitted by candidate. Completed application package includes: A resume; A letter of interest; A copy of official transcripts; A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy; and A list of courses and the semesters you have taught.Please note: This is an on-campus position. You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. All qualified candidates will remain in a talent pool for future consideration and need to be residents of Colorado by the first day of employment.SALARY: The pay range for Part-Time Instructors varies, depending on the type of course, the contact ratio and contact hours, as well as your level of education and years of teaching. Please refer to our Part-Time Instructor Pay Matrix for detailed information. BENEFITS: Part-Time Instructors will have their hours measured on an annual basis to determine eligibility to enroll in medical health insurance only for the following benefit period. (See: Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information). Qualifications REQUIRED EDUCATIONMaster's degree in one of several related degrees listed below.Also allowed, a Master's degree in any field, plus 18 graduate credits in one of the related degrees listed below. Related Degrees: Biology, a biology-related, or a medical or health-related discipline (i.e. Medical Doctor, Chiropractic, Physician Assistant, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Dentistry, ) or Master's of Education with 18 graduate credits in biology-related discipline such as, Agricultural Sciences, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biology, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, Biology/Science Education (maximum of 6 graduate credits can be applied to the 18 required), Biomedical Sciences, Biosciences, Biotechnology, Botany, Cancer Biology, Cardiophysiology, Cell Biology, Conservation-Wildlife/Plant/Animal, Developmental Biology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Evolutionary Biology, Embryology, Entomology, Environmental Science, Environmental Biology, Ecology, Forestry, Genetics, Immunology, Kinesiology, Limnology, Mammology, Marine Sciences, Marine Biology, Medical Sciences, Microbiology - Soil/Medical/Veterinary, Molecular Biology, Mycology, Natural Sciences, Neuroanatomy, Neurobiology, Neuroscience, Nutritional Sciences, Ornithology, Pathology, Pathophysiology, Parasitology, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physical Therapy, Physiology, Plant and/or Animal Sciences, Public Health - Epidemiology/Infectious Disease/Toxicology, Veterinary Sciences, Virology, Zoology.Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC. Part-Time InstructorsPart-Time Instructors are eligible for sick leave. You will earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked. To learn more about sick leave, please visit System Procedure 3-60b.RetirementFRCC employees contribute to Colorado PERA, which provides retirement and other benefits to employees of more than 500 government agencies and public entities in the state of Colorado. PERA is the 21st largest public pension plan in the United States and is a substitute for Social Security; FRCC employees do not contribute to Social Security. PERA eligible employees are required to contribute a fixed percentage of their salary to the pension. Student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA.FRCC and the State of Colorado also offer three tax-deferred supplemental investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans.Employee Assistance ProgramOur employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to you and your household members at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). These confidential services offered to support the wellbeing of both you and your family members include counseling, professional coaching, webinars, mediation, financial assistance, and more. For more information, please visit .BenefitHubAs a State of Colorado employee, you will have access to the BenefitHub website where you will find a variety of local and national discounts.Medical InsuranceVariable hour employees will have their hours measured on an annual basis to determin elibility to enroll in medical health insurance. To learn more, please visit CCCS Employee Benefits and read this year's Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information.