Adjunct Instructor: Educational Leadership & Policy Studies

Center for Immigration Policy & Research (CIPR); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Denver invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach graduate courses within the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies program for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Courses may vary and may be taught in person on Saturdays or online weekly, depending on the course. This posting covers multiple openings for 2026-2027, with compensation per credit hour and a strong commitment to diversity and non-discrimination.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or PhD/EdD depending on course level.
• Previous school leadership experience.
• Previous teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach in person in a workshop format on Saturdays or online once a week (depending on course).
• Support the teaching of courses in the Certificate, Master’s, or doctoral degree program.
• Collaborate with ELPS faculty to prepare course content.
• Maintain course Canvas container.
• Meet with students as needed.
• Assign papers, exams and other deliverables as appropriate.
• Grade in a timely manner.
• Participate in recruiting and informational events as needed.
• Coordinate student internship experience and meet with internship mentor and student once per quarter.
• Attend doctoral working groups as requested.

Skills

Teaching experience

School leadership experience

Education

Masters or PhD/EdD

Job description

The University of Denver invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach graduate courses within the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies program for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Courses may vary and may be taught in person on Saturdays or online weekly, depending on the course. This posting covers multiple openings for 2026-2027, with compensation per credit hour and a strong commitment to diversity and non-discrimination.