Part-time Instructor - English - CTU Denver (3817-139)

Founded in 1965, Colorado Technical University (CTU) provides higher education for today's career-focused students by teaching applied industry programs and offering students support, flexibility and resources to advance personally and professionally. In addition to degree-track programs at the associate and bachelor's levels, CTU offers master's and doctoral degrees through the CTU Institute of Advanced Studies -- an innovative approach to graduate degrees for career-motivated professionals.

CTU campuses include ground schools in Denver; Colorado Springs, Colo.; Pueblo, Colo.; Sioux Falls, S.D., and Kansas City; and an internet-based division that delivers degree programs 100 percent online. In fact, the award-winning CTU Online Virtual Campus was recognized as "Best of the Best" in the 2009 Computerworld Honors Program.

CTU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. CTU is also a member of the Career Education Corporation (NASDAQ:CECO) network of universities, colleges and schools. CTU does not guarantee employment or salary.

To provide and sustain an effective learning environment for every student through well prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of academic success of at-risk students.

Teach assigned courses

Provide all necessary documentation for students

Participate in administrative committees and reports (if paid to do so)

Participate in professional development activities

Adequately prepare all course materials and lessons

Provide each student with clear course expectations, evaluations and timelines through a carefully written and approved syllabus

Identify and refer at-risk students to specific academic support services

Work with each student through his/her learning process

Provide interesting and relevant assignments for students that demonstrate learning outcomes in a real-life setting

Provide fair assessments of all assignments

Treat each student with value and respect

Provide timely feedback to students on their work

Provide clear and timely reports on all students at the completion of a course of study

Work with Chair to find replacement instructor if needed

Complete and maintain annual IDP (Individual Development Plan)

Attend regularly scheduled in-services and content or discipline-specific development activities

Address individual on-going learning in content area

Adhere to and publicly support school policies and procedures

Work as a team player

Positions available at both Westminster and Greenwood Village campuses.

Required Skills:

Documented expertise in English

Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills, as demonstrated by: data sheet, diplomas, degrees, transcripts, certifications, CVs/Resumes, and in personal interview.

2 - 4 years of work experience directly related to teaching discipline

Experience Required:

Master's Degree in English or related field required

ESL experience preferred

Prior teaching experience preferred

Adjunct faculty member must complete/submit and update each year the following documents to support appropriate instructional qualifications:

Faculty Data Sheet

Curriculum Vitae / Resume

All official higher education transcripts

All official required licensures and certifications to teach content areas

Individual Development Plan

Annual appraisal document

Evidence of any memberships and/or participation in professional organizations   

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an "at will" employment relationship.