Teach Online!

Cochise College continuously seeks qualified professionals to teach online classes. This page includes information about the employment process. However, if you have questions about employment at Cochise College as an online instructor, email George Self, director of the Online Campus, at selfg@cochise.edu.

Minimum Requirements
The minimum requirements for teaching at Cochise College vary somewhat depending on the class and discipline in which you teach. In general, classes that transfer to the university require an instructor with a master's degree and 18 credits in the field being taught. For non-transfer classes, the instructor must meet the qualifications established by the various department chairs (for example, the computer information systems department has established qualifications for a UNIX instructor).

If you have questions concerning the requirements in your teaching field, contact the Online Campus.

Process
In order to teach online for Cochise College, you need to follow these steps:

Submit an application to the Cochise College Human Resources department. We always accept applications for associate faculty positions, even if none are listed as "open" when you apply. We will also need a copy of your college transcripts; however you do not need to provide official copies of your transcripts until you are actually hired for a teaching position. Thus, to start the process you may send whatever unofficial copies you have available.
Contact the Online Campus via email to let us know of your interest. Please attach a resume or vita in your message to let me know what you may be interested in teaching.
Instructor selection begins about one semester before class starts. That means that in January (the beginning of the spring term) instructors will be selected for the following fall term. If you send in your application in March, keep in mind that we will not be thinking about hiring instructors again until August, when instructors will be selected for the following spring.
Before hiring you as an instructor, we will look at your online teaching credentials. We are interested to know if you have used Blackboard at other colleges or if you have completed, or are willing to complete, training offered by Cochise College in online teaching methods (see below). Of course, equivalent classes taken elsewhere may be acceptable. If you have questions, please contact the director of the Online Campus.
The names of all faculty recommended for online classes are forwarded to the appropriate department chair for final approval. Before you can be hired to teach an online math class, for example, the chair of the math department must approve your application. The department chair will look at your resume or vita to determine if you are qualified in the discipline. Additionally, the chair may phone you for a telephonic interview or contact your references for more information.

Compensation
Currently, we use the following compensation plan for our online instructors.

Instruction

Up to 10 students: the class is either cancelled or pro-rated (your choice) at 1/10 the amount of regular compensation per student.
From 10-14 students (inclusive): paid under the current regular compensation structure. Because your compensation depends on a number of factors, such as educational background and experience, exact dollar amounts are not available.
From 15-18 students (inclusive): paid at 1.33 times the current regular compensation.

Note: classes are capped at 18. If more students desire to sign up, you are given the option of "splitting" and taking two classes.

Other Fees
Cochise College offers payment for various "additional" tasks performed by our faculty. These are assigned by the director of the Online Campus and include the following:

Mentoring. You can be appointed to mentor new faculty members and will receive a stipend for that work.
Evaluation. Many of our classes are formally evaluated every semester. Evaluators are offered a small fee for that work.

Benefits
As an associate faculty member of Cochise College, you are permitted to take any classes we offer tuition-free (up to nine credits per semester).

Faculty Training
Before you can teach for Cochise College, you must provide evidence of satisfactory completion of an online faculty training program. Cochise College offers the following classes and you may need to take one or more in order to meet that requirement. The director of the Online Campus will be able to provide you more information about these classes and your specific requirements.

EDU 280, Methodology for Teaching at the Community College (1). This course is required for all faculty at Cochise College. It is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course is an exploration of the role of the community college and its service to the community. Emphasized are teaching and learning styles, adult learning and motivation theory, teaching strategies, assessment techniques, and legal issues related to teaching at the community-college level.
EDU 280B, Online Learning Management Systems (1). This course is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course provides practical experience in all facets of using the College's online learning management system (currently Blackboard). Using a case study, a variety of techniques will be addressed, including content areas, course tools and options, user management, and assessment. The student will become comfortable with all facets of creating and managing online classes.
EDU 280C, Online Teaching Methods (1). This course is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course provides practical experience and theoretical background in various facets of online instructional methods. Using a case study, a variety of methods will be addressed, including enhancing student participation, forming online communities, and assessing student performance.
EDU 280D, Introduction to Cochise College (1). This course is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course is an introduction to the policies, processes, and personnel of Cochise College for instructors who are teaching online classes from remote locations.

Note: Your pay will be contracted by our business office before you begin work and may differ from the above due to changes in Cochise College policy, the online compensation plan, or other unforeseen factors. No information on this page should be interpreted as an offer of employment or a binding contract between Cochise College and any potential employee.

Cochise College
Online Campus
George Self, Director
901 North Colombo Avenue
Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635-2317
selfg@cochise.edu
(800) 966-7943, Ext. 5375
(520) 515-5375

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CC Home Online Learning Home Class Schedule Students Blackboard Login Blackboard Info Book List Bookstore Contact Us Degrees/Certificates Faq's Getting Started Readiness Test Student Resources Faculty Employment Online Committee Podcasts Resources	Teach Online! Cochise College continuously seeks qualified professionals to teach online classes. This page includes information about the employment process. However, if you have questions about employment at Cochise College as an online instructor, email George Self, director of the Online Campus, at selfg@cochise.edu. Minimum Requirements The minimum requirements for teaching at Cochise College vary somewhat depending on the class and discipline in which you teach. In general, classes that transfer to the university require an instructor with a master's degree and 18 credits in the field being taught. For non-transfer classes, the instructor must meet the qualifications established by the various department chairs (for example, the computer information systems department has established qualifications for a UNIX instructor). If you have questions concerning the requirements in your teaching field, contact the Online Campus. Process In order to teach online for Cochise College, you need to follow these steps: Submit an application to the Cochise College Human Resources department. We always accept applications for associate faculty positions, even if none are listed as "open" when you apply. We will also need a copy of your college transcripts; however you do not need to provide official copies of your transcripts until you are actually hired for a teaching position. Thus, to start the process you may send whatever unofficial copies you have available. Contact the Online Campus via email to let us know of your interest. Please attach a resume or vita in your message to let me know what you may be interested in teaching. Instructor selection begins about one semester before class starts. That means that in January (the beginning of the spring term) instructors will be selected for the following fall term. If you send in your application in March, keep in mind that we will not be thinking about hiring instructors again until August, when instructors will be selected for the following spring. Before hiring you as an instructor, we will look at your online teaching credentials. We are interested to know if you have used Blackboard at other colleges or if you have completed, or are willing to complete, training offered by Cochise College in online teaching methods (see below). Of course, equivalent classes taken elsewhere may be acceptable. If you have questions, please contact the director of the Online Campus. The names of all faculty recommended for online classes are forwarded to the appropriate department chair for final approval. Before you can be hired to teach an online math class, for example, the chair of the math department must approve your application. The department chair will look at your resume or vita to determine if you are qualified in the discipline. Additionally, the chair may phone you for a telephonic interview or contact your references for more information. Compensation Currently, we use the following compensation plan for our online instructors. Instruction Up to 10 students: the class is either cancelled or pro-rated (your choice) at 1/10 the amount of regular compensation per student. From 10-14 students (inclusive): paid under the current regular compensation structure. Because your compensation depends on a number of factors, such as educational background and experience, exact dollar amounts are not available. From 15-18 students (inclusive): paid at 1.33 times the current regular compensation. Note: classes are capped at 18. If more students desire to sign up, you are given the option of "splitting" and taking two classes. Other Fees Cochise College offers payment for various "additional" tasks performed by our faculty. These are assigned by the director of the Online Campus and include the following: Mentoring. You can be appointed to mentor new faculty members and will receive a stipend for that work. Evaluation. Many of our classes are formally evaluated every semester. Evaluators are offered a small fee for that work. Benefits As an associate faculty member of Cochise College, you are permitted to take any classes we offer tuition-free (up to nine credits per semester). Faculty Training Before you can teach for Cochise College, you must provide evidence of satisfactory completion of an online faculty training program. Cochise College offers the following classes and you may need to take one or more in order to meet that requirement. The director of the Online Campus will be able to provide you more information about these classes and your specific requirements. EDU 280, Methodology for Teaching at the Community College (1). This course is required for all faculty at Cochise College. It is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course is an exploration of the role of the community college and its service to the community. Emphasized are teaching and learning styles, adult learning and motivation theory, teaching strategies, assessment techniques, and legal issues related to teaching at the community-college level. EDU 280B, Online Learning Management Systems (1). This course is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course provides practical experience in all facets of using the College's online learning management system (currently Blackboard). Using a case study, a variety of techniques will be addressed, including content areas, course tools and options, user management, and assessment. The student will become comfortable with all facets of creating and managing online classes. EDU 280C, Online Teaching Methods (1). This course is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course provides practical experience and theoretical background in various facets of online instructional methods. Using a case study, a variety of methods will be addressed, including enhancing student participation, forming online communities, and assessing student performance. EDU 280D, Introduction to Cochise College (1). This course is offered online and has no prerequisites. This course is an introduction to the policies, processes, and personnel of Cochise College for instructors who are teaching online classes from remote locations. Note: Your pay will be contracted by our business office before you begin work and may differ from the above due to changes in Cochise College policy, the online compensation plan, or other unforeseen factors. No information on this page should be interpreted as an offer of employment or a binding contract between Cochise College and any potential employee. Cochise College Online Campus George Self, Director 901 North Colombo Avenue Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635-2317 selfg@cochise.edu (800) 966-7943, Ext. 5375 (520) 515-5375
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