Adjunct Faculty: Economics (Early College Academy)

About Aims Community College

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values, and a culture of innovation and care. The College seeks to hire individuals who want to be part of this environment and possess the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog.

About the Role

The primary purpose of this faculty position is to teach economics courses. The role involves providing effective, high-quality instruction while designing educational methodologies and adopting learning-centered teaching practices to enhance student learning. Faculty members are expected to communicate clearly defined student learning outcomes, provide an array of learning activities tied to those outcomes, and participate in formative and summative assessments. A commitment to continuous improvement is essential, requiring the faculty member to analyze assessment data to improve instruction and engage in professional development activities to maintain instructional excellence.

Hiring Process & Application Instructions

To ensure a smooth application process, please follow these specific instructions based on your current status:

• Current Aims Employees or Temporary Workers: Apply through your Workday account using "Browse Jobs" in the search field located on the top center of the screen.
• Current Aims Students: Apply through your Workday account using the Aims Jobs app on your Workday home page.
• Current Employees and Students: Apply through your Workday account using "Browse Jobs" in the search field located on the top center of the screen.

Required Documents: All applicants must submit a Resume, Cover Letter, and Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts are required upon hire). When completing the application, compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed and enter the duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section. Please specify whether your work history is part-time or full-time by listing the average number of hours worked per week, as this information is used to determine annual salary. All required documents must be uploaded in the "Upload these required additional documents" section; incomplete applications will not be considered.

Faculty Specifics: Upon hire, faculty members must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Applicants with degrees from outside the United States must request a credential evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Current Aims Community College Faculty are not required to submit transcripts if official transcripts are already on file.

Selection Process: Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials. Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than 6 months, such as curriculum development, short-term projects, meetings, and substitute duties, which could amount to additional temporary pay. Upon hire, all positions require a criminal background check, and may require industry-specific screenings such as an MVR, physical, and/or drug screen. A conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed; the nature of the conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

For assistance, please contact the recruitment team at 970-378-3720. For more information on hiring practices, visit the Aims Human Resources resource page.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of the hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College.