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FRONT RANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PART TIME INSTRUCTOR, ANIMATION - WESTMINSTER CAMPUS 

WHO WE ARE

We are the largest community college in Colorado, enrolling close to 28,000 credit students annually. We were one of 30 colleges in the initial American Association of Community Colleges Pathways Project, recently selected as a “Most Promising Place to Work” in Diverse Magazine, and profiled as one of six top community colleges for transfer student success in a recent Aspen Institute publication. We have developed a strong strategic plan focused on improving student graduation and transfer rates and have made significant investments in advising and other student support programs.   

At FRCC, we transform lives through excellence in teaching and learning. Pillars of our approach include: Inclusive learning environments; Active student engagement; Robust instructional content; Meaningful assessment; and Continuous improvement. 

We have a strong commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects our student community.  

We are guided by the philosophy “One College, Many Communities.” Campuses share many common values, goals, and practices, but are also given the opportunity and flexibility to develop unique cultures and programs that serve individual communities. In addition, we have a clear vision outlined in its strategic plan.  For more information, visit the following: www.frontrange.edu and VISION 2020. 

WHO YOU ARE

As a part-time faculty member in the Multimedia Technology Program, you will teach a variety of courses related to Digital Animation. Course assignments will be made based on experience in one or more of the following areas: basic design concepts, basic and advanced drawing techniques, storyboarding, 3D animation technology production of interactive presentations, medical illustration, gaming, web animation, and cartooning.

You work individually, as well as in collaboration with colleagues, to develop innovative curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. Student retention and success is your top priority. You will utilize technology and effective teaching strategies to develop students’ critical thinking skills.  You may be asked to teach at different times, locations and modalities to meet the needs of the College. Online courses and evening classes may be assigned. 

You will collaborate with IT staff to ensure that hardware/software in the MGD labs works properly and is up to date. This may include light troubleshooting and repair of equipment as well as coordinating more significant repairs with IT staff. 

THIS IS A PART-TIME, TEMPORARY POSITION WITH NO BENEFITS EXCEPT COLORADO STATE RETIREMENT, PERA. 

ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL REMAIN IN A TALENT POOL FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION. 

SELECTION PROCESS:

Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application package submitted by candidate. Completed application package includes: 

1. A LETTER OF INTEREST DETAILING EXPERIENCE AS RELATED TO THE POSITION;
2. A RESUME;
3. A COPY OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS;
4. A ONE-PAGE STATEMENT OF YOUR TEACHING PHILOSOPHY.

ALL CANDIDATES, INCLUDING CURRENT FRONT RANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EMPLOYEES MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET WHICH INCLUDES ALL MATERIAL LISTED ABOVE. ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKETS WILL MOVE FORWARD FOR SCREENING. If hired, official college transcripts will be required. PLEASE REVIEW THE JOB DUTIES AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS CAREFULLY. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO DEMONSTRATE ON YOUR APPLICATION THAT YOU MEET ALL OF THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS LISTED ABOVE TO BE CONSIDERED. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION BEING REJECTED. All application materials become the property of Front Range Community College and cannot be copied. FRCC WILL CONDUCT A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK ON SELECTED CANDIDATE. EMPLOYMENT OFFERS AND CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT UPON RECEIVING A SATISFACTORY REPORT.

SALARY: The pay range for Part-Time Instructors varies, depending on the type of course, the contact ratio and contact hours, as well as your level of education and years of teaching.  Please refer to our Part-Time Instructor Pay Matrix for detailed information.

BENEFITS: Variable hour employees will have their hours measured on an annual basis to determine eligibility to enroll in medical health insurance only for the following benefit period.  (SEE: 2020-2021 Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information)

Required Skills Required Experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• A related associates (or relevant current industry license or certification) and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within 7 years;

OR

• A related Bachelor's or any Master's degree with 18 discipline related credits and 2000 verified occupational/industry hours within 7 years.

AND

• Industry experience and/or education relevant to the field of Digital Animation.
• Associate’s Degree in the field in which you will teach or a combination of education, training, and experience.
• Industry experience in the subject matter taught and be familiar with the equipment used in the program.
• Must also be able to qualify for a Career and Technical Education (CTE) credential.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Animation or related field.
• Proficiency with software/hardware related to Animation such as Maya, Substance, Virtual Reality Headsets, Motion Capture.

WELCOMING. RESPECTFUL. INCLUSIVE. TOGETHER, WE ARE FRCC.