Education Faculty

Community College Of Aurora • Aurora, CO

403d • $62,942 - $88,018

About The Position

The Community College of Aurora is seeking a passionate and experienced Education Faculty member to lead educational initiatives and ensure high-quality learning experiences for students. This role involves designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that align with the college's strategic plan, while collaborating with educational partners to meet student needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a background in education, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in education.
• 3+ years of experience in program management within an educational setting, preferably in K-12, higher education, or adult education.
• Experience teaching courses for multiple delivery formats.
• Strong understanding of educational theories and best practices.
• Knowledge of compliance and accreditation processes relevant to the programs being managed.
• Ability to develop and utilize well-defined assessment and program evaluation metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully communicate and work effectively with individuals and teams from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, creating inclusive programs that address the needs of various student groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel and work offsite regularly to local school districts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching in both K-12 and post-secondary settings.
• Experience with programming and teacher licensure requirements in the state of Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per academic year.
• Design and develop innovative educational programs and curricula that meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Provide oversight on execution of educational initiatives, ensuring they are delivered effectively and on schedule.
• Establish metrics for program success, conduct evaluations, and analyze feedback to continuously improve program offerings.
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships within the community, including fostering the program responsiveness to the needs of external partners.
• Be knowledgeable about pedagogy, methods, retention, inclusion, and assessment of outcomes.
• Provide training and support to educators and staff involved in program delivery.
• Prepare and present reports on program outcomes and impact to internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison between academic departments, industry partners, and community stakeholders to promote education and workforce development initiatives.
• Attend required meetings as called by the Department Chair, Dean, or Vice President of Academic Success.
• Participate in coaching/mentoring initiatives established by the Department Chair and Dean.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan
• Generous leave
• Holiday benefits
• Education benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees