PT Associate Faculty - Reading

Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Sierra Vista Campus, AZJob Type: Part-timeJob Number: 2602123Division: PT--AcademicsDepartments: PT--Academics - Liberal ArtsOpening Date: 03/02/2026FLSA: ExemptRemote Work Eligible: NoPay Grade: Associate Faculty ScheduleDuration/Parameters: Per credit per semester, as neededPosition SummaryPosition Summary: The Associate Faculty of Reading provides an invaluable service to the College and our students by providing instruction for a diverse student population. . Instruction is provided via various media, including face-to-face classes, synchronous teaching through a live-streaming platform, and online throughout Cochise County and our entire services area.Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.**Currently seeking an instructor for morning or early afternoon classes.**Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.Compensation: $900 per equated credit unitDuties and ResponsibilitiesDuties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom, laboratory, or online environmentDevelops, prepares, and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses, and plans for students' educational and social needsCompletes all college and department reports on or before the due date/timeResponds to communications from students and colleagues within 48 hoursCollaborates with other faculty and staff in the assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvementMaintains student records, statistics, and/or other pertinent information as required by the college and the departmentResolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the appropriate Department Chair, Dean, or other College officialPerforms other related duties as assignedGeneral Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties efficiently, effectively, and competently, striving for improvement and excellence in all work. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty, staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position.Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesEducation and Experience Requirements:Master's degree in Reading, Adult Education, or Elementary Education or Master's degree with 18 or more graduate credits in Reading from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of EducationORA Bachelor's degree plus three years teaching experience and state teaching certification for Elementary or Secondary Reading/Reading SpecialistKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and proceduresKnowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting education and the Reading programKnowledge of research-based adult learning principlesKnowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and instructional approachesSkill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications and Learning Management SoftwareSkill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students' needs and progressAbility to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situationsAbility to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with attention to detailAbility to work independently while contributing to a team environmentAbility to effectively identify and analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve using independent judgement and decision-making processes while maintaining strict confidentiality related to sensitive informationAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the publicWork Environment & Physical RequirementsWork Environment: Work is performed in a classroom, laboratory, office, or online setting under limited supervision. Evening or weekend work may be required.Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting the majority of the time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are metMental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills are importantReports to: Dean of Liberal Arts