POSITION SUMMARY 
The Community College of Aurora invites applications for a Biology Faculty Limited position in the Department of Biology & Chemistry, with responsibilities that include teaching Biology courses (primarily online with the possibility of in-person modalities) and mentoring online instructors in the department. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience providing high quality, effective, engaging, inclusive, and student-centered instruction (in-person and online modalities), creating and evaluating the quality of online course materials, and supervising and/or mentoring online instructors at a higher education institution.
The Department of Biology & Chemistry is committed to quality instruction through high academic standards, high student support, and a strong commitment to student engagement and success. Faculty in this position will mentor instructors in the delivery of online education to ensure these commitments are upheld in all teaching modalities. Additionally, faculty in this position will provide instruction, in assigned modalities, to make complex concepts accessible to students just entering the field as well as students nearing graduation and transfer. 
Faculty duties include teaching and service as guided by SP 3-31. Online mentoring responsibilities include the coordination, planning, preparation, and evaluation of online instructors and related activities. Teaching responsibilities include coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of instruction and other related activities. These responsibilities are aligned with individual, department, and college goals. To ensure the success of our diverse student population, faculty members maintain a commitment to high-quality instruction, student-centered philosophies, and the ongoing pursuit of excellence through professional development. CCA’s online Biology courses are not self-paced but taught according to defined parts of term. Colorado residency is required. This is a predominantly remote position; occasional campus attendance may be necessary. 
Service can include, but is not limited to, curriculum coordination and development; advising and outreach; system, college-wide and campus committee work; sponsoring and participating in student activities; and attendance at college activities and events.

OVERVIEW OF CCA  

The Community College of Aurora serves our diverse community by providing high-quality instruction and support services to prepare students for transfer and employment. We are particularly interested in applicants that demonstrate a commitment to working with individuals and groups from diverse identities, including but not limited to: socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, multilingual learners, veterans, non-traditional, race and ethnic backgrounds.

More than 20 different languages and 60 countries are represented at CCA. In addition to traditional degree and certificate programs, CCA offers non-credit professional development courses, customized training, and economic and workforce development resources to employer partners and individual professionals seeking to enhance the capacity and productivity of their workforce or individual knowledge and skills. The college centers diversity, equity, and inclusion and we actively seek to employee partners who want to join us in working to reducing outcome gaps among our diverse student population.

Online Mentor

• Be knowledgeable about online pedagogy/andragogy, methods, retention, inclusion, and assessment of outcomes; be willing to participate in coaching/mentoring.
• Promote student success through inclusive, accessible, multi-modal, challenging, equity-minded, student-centered, and engaging instruction.
• Coordinate with Department Chair to identify and assign instructors for all online sections in BIO, CHE, GEY, and SCI.
• Complete online course shell checks at the beginning of each semester for all online sections in BIO, CHE, GEY, and SCI.
• Complete instructor evaluations for all online instructors in the Biology & Chemistry department

• Uphold the vision, mission, and values of the college.
• The ideal candidate must commit to becoming familiar with relevant instruction and assessment strategies, research, and latest findings identifying factors that positively impact the classroom and the learning experience of students of diverse backgrounds and identities. 
• Utilize a variety of effective instructional strategies that help support all students to meet high expectations for active and independent learning and higher order thinking.
• Treat students with respect and be responsive to the students’ needs within reasonable expectations.
• Maintain currency and expertise in your discipline and teaching methodology. 
• Hold classes at the scheduled time for the full period, except for emergency situations.
• Develop methods of assessing student learning that are course-relevant as specified in the objectives and provide feedback in a timely manner for all assigned classes. 
• Clearly communicate expectations to students at the beginning of a course (course description, syllabus, grading system, learning objectives, attendance policy, etc.).
• Develop new course materials or curricula as needed.
• Before the first day of classes, according to published deadlines, provide the department with a copy of course syllabi.
• Implement all departmental and college expectations.
• Conduct classes and evaluate student performance in accordance with the catalog, course description, and course competencies, as explained in the course syllabus. 
• Maintain academic integrity and rigor appropriate to the discipline.
• Conduct student evaluations of instruction in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Post and maintain office hours.
• Maintain accurate scholastic and attendance records in the learning management system adopted by the college, and submit required reports to meet deadlines, including submission of final grades by the published deadline.
• Attend departmental/divisional/instruction-wide meetings as called by the Department Chair, Dean, Vice President of Academic Success, and/or the President of the Community College of Aurora.
• Participate in instructional professional development activities as required.
• Participate in all departmental and college-wide assessment practices. 
• Abide by all relevant FERPA, CCA, Departmental, CCCS, and SBCCOE policies and procedures.

• Participate in or lead activities that work to fulfill the mission and goals of the college outside of the classroom.
• Contribute to the department through service, including curriculum coordination and development and departmental assessment.
• Conduct student academic advising and outreach as needed.
• Participate in system, college-wide, and campus committee work.
• Sponsor and participate in student activities.
• Contribute to and attend college activities and events. 
• Engage in professional growth opportunities.
• Provide contributions to the discipline. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Biology or a closely related field from a regionally accredited college/university.
   - OR-
   Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college/university PLUS a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Biology or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in online education 
• Minimum of 3 years college-level teaching experience that includes Biology courses.
• Demonstrated culturally responsive, student-centered approach to teaching and learning. 
• Demonstrated competency in the use of technology for course delivery. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with colleagues

• Experience teaching at a community college.
• Experience with program/course/curriculum development, particularly for online instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and impact science students in supportive ways.
• Experience with D2L or other learning management systems.
• Experience collaborating with colleagues and working as a part of a team on program/course/curriculum development and course delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement, ongoing professional development, and a resilience for a dynamic changing work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with people of diverse identities, and willingness to engage in professional development activities to improve understanding and effectiveness of working with racially, culturally, and linguistically diverse populations.
• Experience working at a Hispanic Serving institution, and/or Minority Serving Institution and/or in programs aimed at encouraging access, retention, and completion of diverse student populations. 

Salary Range: Anticipated starting salary rate is $71,000.00 annually. This salary is determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. CCA offers an excellent benefit plan, including generous leave, holiday, and education benefits. 

Deadline to Submit Application Material: The position closes at midnight of Friday, the 10th of January 2025. 

Application Process: When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter clearly shows how the applicant’s professional experiences align with the minimum qualifications, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to HR@ccaurora.edu upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@ccaurora.edu.  

By applying for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with the Community College of Aurora; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Application Checklist 

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

• A complete online application
• A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position
• A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application
• Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office.  Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your listed references without first providing notice to you as a candidate prior to beginning the reference check-process.
• If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation is required as part of your application. Please submit this as an attachment to your application. Please note that you have the right to redact dates from your transcript during the application process. A full, unredacted copy will be required upon hire.
• For any questions or technical issues please contact HR@CCAurora.edu.

Notice to all Applicants:

•  Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.                
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.              
• Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
• Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.       
• CCA is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page.                
• Individuals currently or formerly employed by  the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.         
• For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Erica Hines, Chief Human Resources & Personnel Success Officer at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207H, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at (303) 340-7231 or e-mail at Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.  

Colorado Residency Requirement: 

Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the Community College of Aurora.  Please contact HR@CCAurora.edu with any questions.  

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:  

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement. 

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success.  Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

 We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA. 

The Federal Clery Act: (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the Student Right to Know page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Community College of Aurora, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Erica Hines at (303) 340-7231 or erica.hines@ccaurora.eduat least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at (303) 340-7231 or Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu. 

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Community College of Aurora prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120.  The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Erica Hines, Chief Human Resources & Personnel Success Officer at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207E, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at (303) 340-7231 or e-mail at Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.