Salary: See Position Description
Location : Lakewood, CO
Job Type: Instructor
Job Number: 00806
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Fine Wood Working
Opening Date: 12/02/2024
To Apply: Complete an application and attach the following: A resume/cv and a cover letter describing your professional work experience and addressing the required qualifications. Transcripts (unofficial) of undergraduate and graduate level course work.
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our , which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.
RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.
Summary of Position The Fine Woodworking department is a group of professional woodworkers whose mission is to develop students to think critically about design, their works' historical context, and the creation of well-crafted pieces. We teach traditional and modern woodworking technologies to best prepare our students for professional enterprises in the field. We have a very culturally diverse student population whose woodworking interests vary.
Part-time Instructors provide instructional duties for the College in their respective areas of expertise. They report to the department chair within the discipline and do not have any supervisory responsibilities. Responsibilities include instruction, student assessment, and other related instructional duties. Instructional delivery may include face-to-face, hybrid, and online. Classes may be held days, evenings, and weekends.
The instructor must be patient and respectful, while also providing their expectations for what is considered acceptable work. The instructor must display dedication to the class as well as the goals of the program.
This position reports to the department chair within the discipline and does not supervise other employees. Occasional meetings or trainings may also be scheduled outside of regular work hours. The finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace, including for online classes.
This post will be used to fill the following courses: Introduction to Woodworking, and other courses within the FIW department.
This position is open and continuous. Candidates selected will be contacted. QualificationsRequired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Ability to work from campus (primarily our Lakewood campus with occasional hours at the Arvada campus).
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to teach students using traditional and alternative methods of instruction.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into the classroom.
- Demonstrated leadership experience and skills
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma and a minimum of 2000 hours of work/training in fine woodworking within the last seven (7) years
- Ability to obtain the appropriate CTE credentials
- Professional woodworking experience that demonstrates expertise in the following:
- Understanding how wood works and behaves
- Preparation and use of hand tools
- Creating and interpreting shop drawings or blueprints
- Knowledge of joinery and wood finishing
- The preparation, set up and safe operation of woodworking machines and teaching experience in fine woodworking.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Baccalaureate or master's degree in fine Woodworking or related field from an academic institution accredited in the United States
- Five years of professional woodworking or furniture design/lutherie experience
- Three years in teaching and academic leadership role in a community college or similar academic setting
- A strong commitment to effective teaching at the community college and an understanding of its philosophy, role and mission
- Experience in program and curriculum development
- Experience teaching with technology, in alternative formats
- Experience working in diverse communities and supporting the success of individuals from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented.
Physical and Cognitive Demands:The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position:
- Constantly uses a computer and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
- Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.
- The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Occasionally moves, positions, and transports classroom and office equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs.
Reasonable Accommodation StatementRed Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (303) 914-6298 or
Advertised Hourly PayThe pay for this position is $1,620.04.00 - $1,810.50 per credit hour, commensurate with education and experience. This is a part-time, FLSA exempt position and may work up to 28 hours per week, depending on budget and need. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.
To ApplyAll applicants must submit:
- Resume
- Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
- Transcripts (unofficial) of undergraduate and graduate level course work.
Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Notice to all Applicants - Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
- Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
- Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
- Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify.
- Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
- All RRCC employees, except student employees, contribute to at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
- Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.
RRCC/CCCS is an Equal Opportunity EmployerRed Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at .
We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.
Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.
For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please see the .
Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. RRCC/CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours a week when classes are in session, and may work up to 28 hours a week, during academic breaks or breaks between terms at the discretion of the college, and non-classified hourly and temporary staff are limited to 28 hours in a workweek, depending on budget and need. Additional information about medical insurance, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the site under "Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information."
Sick leave is granted in accordance with , accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.
Instructors and non-student hourly are required to contribute to at a fixed percentage of their salary and do not contribute to Social Security. RRCC/CCCS student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA. RRCC/CCCS offers three tax-deferred investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457. Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program State employees are eligible to participate in which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources. Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the website.
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Do you have a high school diploma and a minimum of 2000 hours of work/training in fine woodworking within the last seven (7) years?
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Do you have the ability to obtain the appropriate CTE credentials?
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Please select the professional woodworking experience that you possess expertise in:
- Understanding how wood works and behaves
- Preparation and use of hand tools
- Creating and interpreting shop drawings or blueprints
- Knowledge of joinery and wood finishing
- The preparation, set up and safe operation of woodworking machines and teaching experience in fine woodworking
- ALL of the Above
- At least 3 of the above
- Less than 3 of the above
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