Outdoor Education Instructor
Company:
Red Rocks Community College
Job Location:
Lakewood, Colorado
Category:
Recreation and Leisure Studies
Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time
Salary: See Position Description
Location: Lakewood, CO
Job Number: 00909
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Outdoor Education
Closing Date: 8/1/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
To Apply
All applicants must submit:
1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, 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 Outdoor Education program at RRCC is seeking an Instructor to teaching a range of classes in the Outdoor Education department each semester. Courses range from in-person expedition style classes to fully remote/online classes. 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.
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 posting will be used to fill multiple part-time instructor vacancies.
This position reports to Department Chair. The work schedule for this position varies based on courses assigned. May require hours outside of normal work schedule.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Outdoor Education, Recreation, Environmental Education, or a closed related field. Membership in or experience working in diverse communities and supporting the success of individuals from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented.
Current Licenses and Certifications:
Demonstrated expertise in outdoor education or in park ranger industries. Experience teaching in alternative formats/non-traditional programs. One year of successful full-time teaching experience at the college level or equivalent. Involvement with professional organizations such as the AORE, NIRSA, AMGA, ACA, AEE, WEA, and instructor training courses or certifications related to the following areas: rock climbing, mountaineering, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, map and compass, mountaineering, ice climbing, skiing, snowboarding, winter/summer back country travel, mountain biking, outdoor leadership and group development, avalanche safety. Ability to repair, organize, and manage outdoor equipment.
Physical & Cognitive Demands
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.
Red 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 Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.
Advertised Pay
The pay for this position is $1,149.00 - $1,207.00 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
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 are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Visit our Careers website to submit your application.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact John Leintz, Faculty - Outdoor Education, at john.leintz@rrcc.edu.
Notice to all Applicants
Red 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 https://www.rrcc.edu/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.
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 https://www.rrcc.edu/sites/default/files/2025-03/Clery-Security-Doc-RRCC-2020.pdf
Location: Lakewood, CO
Job Number: 00909
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Outdoor Education
Closing Date: 8/1/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
To Apply
All applicants must submit:
1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, 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 Outdoor Education program at RRCC is seeking an Instructor to teaching a range of classes in the Outdoor Education department each semester. Courses range from in-person expedition style classes to fully remote/online classes. 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.
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 posting will be used to fill multiple part-time instructor vacancies.
This position reports to Department Chair. The work schedule for this position varies based on courses assigned. May require hours outside of normal work schedule.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to teach using an equity-minded framework and learner-centered teaching philosophy.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into the classroom where appropriate.
- A strong commitment to effective teaching at the community college and an understanding of its mission, philosophy and role in higher education.
- Knowledge of local Colorado resources, and experience managing local, state, and federal Special Use Permits.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse communities and supporting individuals from diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented.
- Wilderness First Responder Certification
- Adult CPR Certification
- Wilderness Anaphylaxis
- LNT Trainer and LNT Master Educator Class
- Leave No Trace Master Educator
- WFR/WFA Classes - Desert Mountain Medicine WFR/WFA Instructor
- AIARE Level 1 - AIARE Instructor Course
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree in Outdoor Education, Recreation, Environmental Education, or a closely related field with 2,000 hours of related experience in the field OR Associates degree and 4,000 hours of related experience in the field
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Outdoor Education, Recreation, Environmental Education, or a closed related field. Membership in or experience working in diverse communities and supporting the success of individuals from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented.
Current Licenses and Certifications:
- Leave No Trace Master Educator*
- AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
- AIARE PRO 1*
- Wilderness First Responder Instructor*
- ACCT Level 1
Demonstrated expertise in outdoor education or in park ranger industries. Experience teaching in alternative formats/non-traditional programs. One year of successful full-time teaching experience at the college level or equivalent. Involvement with professional organizations such as the AORE, NIRSA, AMGA, ACA, AEE, WEA, and instructor training courses or certifications related to the following areas: rock climbing, mountaineering, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, map and compass, mountaineering, ice climbing, skiing, snowboarding, winter/summer back country travel, mountain biking, outdoor leadership and group development, avalanche safety. Ability to repair, organize, and manage outdoor equipment.
Physical & Cognitive Demands
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.
- Occasionally moves, positions, and transports files and office materials weighing up to 10 lbs.
- This is largely a sedentary role. This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
- The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.
Red 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 Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.
Advertised Pay
The pay for this position is $1,149.00 - $1,207.00 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
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 are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Visit our Careers website to submit your application.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact John Leintz, Faculty - Outdoor Education, at john.leintz@rrcc.edu.
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 Colorado PERA at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
- Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.
Red 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 https://www.rrcc.edu/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.
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 https://www.rrcc.edu/sites/default/files/2025-03/Clery-Security-Doc-RRCC-2020.pdf
