Campus Verse Interpretation Instructor (Adjunct)

Prismhr Hire; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 3,300 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

Naropa University in Boulder seeks Adjunct Faculty to teach PAR 330 Verse Interpretation. This 3‑credit undergraduate course runs Jan 11–May 4, 2027 on Naropa’s Arapahoe Campus. On‑site, 15% FTE, compensation $3900 per semester.

Candidates should integrate diversity and inclusivity into course content. The role involves syllabus development, timely grading, office hours, mentoring students, obtaining copyright permissions, and contributing to assessment processes.

Qualifications

• MA, BFA, or MFA in related field or comparable professional experience.
• Ability to lead training in embodied movement for performers.
• Ability to create and maintain a positive team environment and behave professionally.
• Knowledge of contemplative education.
• Understanding of privilege, equity, access and opportunity.
• Commitment to inclusive community and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teaches 3 hours per week during the 15-week semester, Spring schedule 9:00AM–10:30 M/W.
• Prepares a course syllabus according to the Academic Affairs syllabi instructions and submits to Naropa College by the established deadline.
• Grades all assignments, provides feedback to students in a timely manner, and submits final grades by the deadline established by the Registrar.
• Submits grading and attendance data into the Learning Management System (LMS) in a timely manner.
• Provides one hour of office hours each week plus availability to students by appointment.
• Mentors students outside of class through meetings, phone or e-mail, as needed.
• Obtains permission from the copyright owner for any copyrighted material to be used in sourcebooks.
• Supports assessment process as assigned.
• Completes any and all trainings as required by Human Resources or the Office of Academic Affairs within the time period set for completion by those departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Embodied movement training

Inclusive teaching

Diversity and equity awareness

Collaborative/team environment

Education

MA, BFA, or MFA in related field or comparable professional experience

Job description

Naropa University in Boulder seeks Adjunct Faculty to teach PAR 330 Verse Interpretation. This 3‑credit undergraduate course runs Jan 11–May 4, 2027 on Naropa’s Arapahoe Campus. On‑site, 15% FTE, compensation $3900 per semester.

Candidates should integrate diversity and inclusivity into course content. The role involves syllabus development, timely grading, office hours, mentoring students, obtaining copyright permissions, and contributing to assessment processes.