Chicana/o Studies Affiliate Instructor

Metropolitan State University of Denver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Access to public transportation pass

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Colorado is inviting applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions in Chicana/o Studies. The role entails teaching courses, preparing lesson plans, and providing support to a diverse student population. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Chicana/o Studies or a related field, along with teaching experience, with a Ph.D. preferred. The position is part-time and offers no benefits, with salaries based on credit hours assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the College/University level.
• Ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses during the day, evening and/or weekend.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Provide students with feedback and academic support.

Skills

Teaching experience

Sensitivity to diverse educational needs

Education

Master’s degree in Chicana/o Studies or closely related field

Ph.D. in Chicano studies or related field

Job description

Overview

The Department of Chicana/o Studies at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. For more information about the Department of Chicana/o Studies in our College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/chicana-chicanx.

Responsibilities

Teach one or more courses during the day, evening and/or weekend as necessary. Courses include CHS1000 Introduction to Chicano Studies and other lower and upper division courses as needed. Courses may be in-person, online, or in hybrid capacities.

An affiliate faculty member’s duties may include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies, and providing online or in person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment; providing instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies; and complying with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is highly encouraged. Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Chicana/o Studies or closely related field, and some experience teaching at the College/University level.

Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chicano studies or a related field

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment. Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary

The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy. For more information, please view the pay rates under the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences: Affiliate-Rates-AY-25-26.

How To Apply

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers. Complete applications will include the following materials:

Required Documents

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter addressing teaching experience and qualifications
• A list of three professional references and their contact information

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more. For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver conducts background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment to ensure a safe and secure environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population includes a large proportion of first-generation students and students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.