GPS Lecturer

CU Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition Assistance Benefit

Paid Parental Leave

Faculty Housing Assistance

Job summary

University of Colorado Colorado Springs is establishing a pool of lecturers for the Gateway Program Seminar (GPS). The positions are part-time (less than 50% time) and may range from one week to a full semester, with appointments term-by-term.

The GPS team invites applications from educators who can teach first-year students in online, hybrid, or in-person settings. Successful candidates will engage interdisciplinary topics, partner with student peer leaders, and contribute to the Compass

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about teaching first-year students and demonstrate understanding of college experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach first-year students across online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
• Co-teach with an assigned student peer leader.
• Contribute to GPS program outcomes and general education objectives.

Job description

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position

Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone - students, faculty, staff, and community members - regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)!

The Gateway Program Seminar (GPS) is an academic program designed to help first-year students successfully adjust to university life. GPS serves as the foundation for the Compass Curriculum, the campus-wide general education program at UCCS. Through GPS, students are exposed to interdisciplinary curriculum taught by experienced faculty from across campus to establish meaningful connections, cultivate an inclusive community, and create a sense of belonging from their first year at UCCS and beyond

The Gateway Program Seminar is comprised of interdiciplinary educators with expertise across diverse learning contexts and populations. The GPS program at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments for positions are part-time (less than 50% time) and range from one week to full semester long and will be made on a term by term basis.

Applicants must be enthusiastic about teaching first-year students and demonstrate an understanding of the college experience in accordance with program curriculum and outcomes. Topics range from discipline specific, theme related, and hobbies based courses and are taught in a variety of platforms including, online, hybrid, in-person format. Most classes utilize a co-teaching model with an assigned student peer leader.

For more information please visit www.https://gps.uccs.edu or e-mail [e-mail].

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of different offices and programs. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus. Find more information about working at UCCS here: https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs

The city, which was recently ranked as the number two Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2022, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song "America the Beautiful" and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state's best recreation opportunities. Find out more about living in Colorado Springs through the Visit Colorado Springs page: https://www.visitcos.com/

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Work Location:

Remote, On-site, or Hybrid

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer:

Salary Range:

$3,900 per 3 credit course.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits, some of which include:

• Medical insurance, with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employee
• Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Mandatory retirement plans. Employees contribute 5% of their annual compensation. CU doubles that and contributes 10%
• Tuition Assistant Benefit available to you or a dependent
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Faculty Housing Assistance Program

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Potential employee start date is Fall 2023.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

This position does not include new visa sponsorship for individuals outside the U.S.

Candidates must already be in the United States with valid work authorization or an employment-based visa. The university will not initiate sponsorship for those who do not currently hold a U.S. work visa or authorization. If you already have valid U.S. work authorization or are on a visa that permits employment, we welcome your application.

Applicants should either reside in Colorado or be prepared to relocate within two months of starting employment. We're excited to welcome new team members and will provide support and resources to help make your transition to Colorado as smooth as possible.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check programwith respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination - before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.

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