At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.
This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Part-Time Community Enrichment Teacher at the Moore County Campus who will be all-in on our mission and who will be responsible for planning and leading non-credit classes in available in a variety of enrichment subjects including, but not limited to: sports and fitness, culinary arts, visual and performing arts, technology, dance, and martial arts. Instructors are encouraged to propose course topics they are passionate about and qualified to teach. Course offerings are designed to reflect both community interest and instructor expertise.
This position is filled on an as need basis, contingent upon institutional needs.
EDUCATION:
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Some College
CERTIFICATION:
Preferred: Relevant certifications or licensure related to proposed subject area(s) of instruction. Current First Aid and CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire).
EXPERIENCE:
Preferred: Prior teaching or instructional experience, especially in community-based or non-credit education.
- Strong interpersonal, oral communication, and classroom management skills.
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Flexibility and a positive attitude when working with learners of varying ages and skill levels.
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Ability to follow directions, communicate effectively with program leadership, and maintain a professional demeanor.
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Subject-area expertise relevant to the course(s) being taught.
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Ability to create a positive, engaging, and safe classroom environment.
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Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations.
Salary: Pay grade 8 Amarillo College Pay Grades (salary is determined by Human Resources based on education, work experience and internal comparisons).
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies, sports equipment, and program supplies as needed. Possess the ability to walk, bend, stand, squat or sit on the floor (with students.) Be able to physically respond quickly in an emergency.
Work Conditions: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays, and varying events if necessary.)
Work Environment: This job may operate in a classroom, online, or tech supported setting. This role routinely uses standard classroom and office equipment such as microphones, audio/video-recorders, computers, overhead projectors, phones, copy machines, filing cabinets and fax machines.
