Astronomy Instructor, Temporary, Part-Time Pool
4 days ago
San Fernando
ppbType: /b Adjunct / Part-Time /p pbSalary: /b $1,297 – $3,753 per credit /p pbPosted: /b 12/04/2025 /p pbCategory: /b Geology, Earth Sciences, and Oceanography; +1 (Military) /p pbJob Type: /b Part-Time /p pbJob Number: /b R1611 /p pbLocation: /b Greeley, CO /p h3Job Description /h3 pAims Community College is committed to cultivating an environment aligned with the College’s Mission, Vision, Values, and its culture of innovation and care. We are seeking part-time faculty who are excited to contribute to this environment and bring strong instructional expertise to our students.br/ Faculty members are primarily responsible for teaching and for engaging in co‑curricular activities that support the College’s educational goals. Occasional travel may be required.br/ This posting represents an open talent pool. Applicants are reviewed each semester, and candidates are contacted based on departmental needs. /p h3Job Duties /h3 ul liTeach a variety of courses in Astronomy, Geology, or Physics based on expertise. /li liParticipate in ongoing professional development. /li liCollaborate with full‑time faculty serving as course captains. /li liComplete additional duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Academic Dean. /li /ul h3Compensation Benefits /h3 pCompensation varies by course content and ranges from b$1,297 to $3,753 per credit /b. In some cases involving low enrollment, compensation may be prorated at b10% per student /b. /p pPart‑time employees may also receive tuition waiver for Aims courses, access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee + one guest, Aims discount program, free parking across all campuses, participation in PERA, and additional supplemental benefits and retirement options. /p h3Work Hours /h3 pDay and/or evening classes may be assigned at the bGreeley campus /b or satellite locations in bLoveland /b or bFort Lupton /b. /p h3Minimum Qualifications /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, earth system science, or a closely related field, including at least 12 graduate credits in discipline‑specific coursework, OR /li liMaster’s degree with 18 graduate‑level credits in meteorology. No more than 6 of the required 18 credits may be in graduate‑level science education courses. /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liPrevious college‑level teaching experience. /li /ul h3Required Documents /h3 ul liResume /li liCover Letter /li liCopies of academic transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) /li /ul h3Application Guidance for All Applicants /h3 ul liMatch your previous work experience to the job duties and enter them clearly in the Work Experience section. /li liSpecify whether each position was full‑time or part‑time and include average weekly hours. /li liUpload all required documents in the My Experience section. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. /li /ul h3Labor Employment Law /h3 ul liReview Aims’ hiring practices at the Human Resources resource page: Aims HR Hiring Process. /li /ul h3Screening Selection Process /h3 ul liInitial screening is based on the completeness and quality of submitted application materials. /li liFinalists will be selected for interviews by the screening committee. /li liTemporary assignments (less than 6 months) such as curriculum projects, meetings, or substitute teaching may be offered and may include additional pay. /li /ul h3Background Checks /h3 pAll positions require a criminal background check and may require other screenings (MVR, physical, drug screen) depending on the role. A conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate; relevance to job duties will be considered. /p h3Equal Opportunity Statement /h3 pAims Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring decisions are based solely on merit and made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, ancestry, familial status, or genetic information. /p h3Immigration Compliance /h3 pTo comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new hires must present documentation within 3 days of hire to verify identity and employment authorization. /p pbContact for questions: /b Dr. Carole Brown, Chair of Natural Physical Sciences, /p pbRecruitment Team Phone: /b /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
