Adjunct Instructor Philosophy

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Department of Humanities, Literature, and Philosophy at the Community College of Denver invites qualified applicants to join our team as an Adjunct Instructor of Philosophy.

Humanities, Literature, and Philosophy’s vision is to provide students with transformative educational experiences rooted in the values of cultural and intellectual freedom and informed by anti-racist andragogy.

To accomplish this vision, we prioritize creating a culture with an emphasis on critical and creative thinking, seeking to cultivate a respect for different experiences, cultures and religions, and the dignity of all persons.

PRIMARY DUTIES

The Adjunct Instructor for Philosophy is responsible for teaching part-time within the Department of Humanities, Literature, and Philosophy at CCD.

Candidates must possess strong teaching skills and the ability to engage students using traditional, nontraditional and innovative methods of instruction, including the use of technology, while teaching in a curriculum grounded in core values of critical thinking, respect, competence, professional development, and ethical responsibility.

A commitment to student academic success that goes beyond the classroom is essential. Recent experience working with Latinx / Hispanic, African American, Native American and other racially / ethnically, socioeconomically minoritized students in the classroom is preferred.

• Responsibilities of the Adjunct Instructor of Philosophy include : Developing syllabi and course materials using culturally responsive pedagogy and adult learning theory for on-campus and online delivery, as needed;
• supporting students’ academic progress; actively participating in the department's ongoing assessment process, including collection of artifacts, norming, and post-assessment review;
• teaching future courses as assigned using a variety of modalities (i.e. online, face-to-face, hybrid, and / or compressed sections);
• evaluating student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes; actively participate in college-wide and program specific professional developments;

utilizing technology-based programs to access and input information related to student records and college processes (e.

g., Banner, D2L, grade books, etc.); maintain competency and currency in the teaching field(s), as well as in teaching strategies, subject delivery modalities, and assessment methods.

The Adjunct Instructor for Philosophy is expected to be familiar with both College and Auraria Campus expectations, including accessibility, academic standards, personal responsibilities, and all rules and regulations.

This information is available in the CCD Employee Handbook and on the CCD website.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Master's Degree in philosophy or closely associated discipline with 18 credits in Philosophy.

Experience :

Two years of Philosophy teaching experience in a community college, college or university setting.

Evidence of a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Supplemental Information

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues.

When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population.

At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.