Human Services, Adjunct Instructor

The Community College of Denver's (CCD) educational programs are designed to enrich the social, civic, and economic fabric of our community, nation, and the world. Ideas, innovation, and the preparation of a well-trained workforce are essential to a vibrant economy. As a teaching focused institution, CCD is committed to provide access and opportunity for nontraditional students, workforce development and training resources for local organizations, and community partnerships that are improving high school graduation, college enrollment, and career success via the pathways model. CCD has been designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution HSI) since 2001, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. CCD serves approximately 8,000 students, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations. 33.4% of CCD's students are Latinx, 10.6% are African-American, 7% are international students, and 5.3% are Asian-American. Human Services faculty/instructors are part of the Social and Behavioral Pathway which houses 7-degree programs with varying designations and broadly serves the College elective courses. The successful candidate will be a will be a well-rounded educator who invests in teaching and learning support in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats and has a high interest to engage in collaboration with interdisciplinary programs and/or contribute to their course offerings based on area of expertise.

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 SUMMARY

The instructor assignment primarily involves teaching introductory and upper-level human services courses and related courses via multiple modalities. This position is focused on teaching, internship support, and advising students with academic and career planning. Teaching may occur in person or online including nights and weekends and will have the option for additional summer teaching for additional pay. Instructors share a commitment to and exemplifies principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all work done within the department and as part of the college community as well as teach courses in their field by providing a high commitment to quality instruction and student supports.

This position reports to the Human Services Department Chair and works collaboratively with other discipline faculty and the Dean of Social and Behavioral Sciences.In addition to conducting classes, the position includes class preparation, maintaining regular office hours for appointment/walk-ins, student evaluation, program level assessment. Attendance at department meetings and response to phone calls/emails from students and supervisor within two business days is required. Shares in leadership of the department, pathway, and college through participation in discipline/department decision making processes and work regarding curriculum, program development, scheduling and other matters. Responsibilities also include maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position.

Primary teaching duties will be in Human Service as an academic science. Instructors will deliver instruction consistent with the content and learning objectives of the course syllabus; maintain grade and attendance records in a timely manner; recognize and respond appropriately to student diversity through equitable teaching learning practices; utilize clear learning goals and well-planned activities; being available to students in assigned classes to provide additional academic support as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment. Instructors must be committed to culturally responsive teaching and working effectively with a diverse student population that varies widely in college readiness. Additionally, instructors must be willing to engage students using a wide variety of modalities while teaching human services curriculum grounded in critical thinking, durable skills, and core values of respect, cultural competence, professional development, and ethical responsibility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Education:(Minimum/Required)  

• A master's degree or higher in human services

• Or any master's degree or higher with 18 graduate credit hours in any of these related degrees: human services, behavioral health/healthcare, or social work.

Experience: (required/minimum)

• Clear demonstration of teaching in education setting or training experience through community outreach programming

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (required/minimum)

• Understanding of teaching best practices

• Foster a positive student learning assessment culture

• Applies diversity and inclusion best practices

• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions

• Experience in diversity of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, theological beliefs/non-beliefs and/or religious practice and interests; learning and motivation

• Knowledge of ethical and legal issues in the helping professions and commitment to culturally informed and inclusive practices

• Ability to provide effective feedback and receive constructive criticism

• Embrace change in a dynamic setting

• Organization, prioritization and time management skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships in a diverse work environment

• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office programs, the student learning management system (D2L), and other software products as necessary

Education: (preferred)

• Master's degree or higher in one of following disciplines:   Applied behavioral analysis, substance abuse, addiction counseling, mental health, marriage and family therapy, healthcare administration/management, public administration, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, community psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, personality psychology, school psychology, domestic violence, career and academic counseling, family relations, gerontology.

Experience: (preferred)

• One year of experience teaching Human Services in a community college, other accredited college, or university setting.

Licensure/Certification:

• The following licensures/certifications are welcomed but not required: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Practice Counselors, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), or Psychologist

Other Considerations:

• Faculty and instructors must have a CCD CTE credential through the state of Colorado to teach in the field prior to start of semester. For information on how to obtain a CTE credential, please visit this site: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/licensure_cteapp

Supplemental Information

For pay information, please refer to the following: https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:

• Electronic Application, Click 'New Resume' at the bottom of this page

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references

• Copies 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.

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