History Affiliate Instructor

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 1,741,286 - 2,041,603; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees

Free RTD pass

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

City and County of Denver seeks part-time affiliate faculty for the Department of History at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Faculty will teach both in-person and online courses, adapting to the needs of a diverse student body.

Applicants must possess a master's degree in history or a related field. The position is temporary and paid per credit hour assigned. Faculty will not be eligible for university benefits, but a comprehensive benefits package is available for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in history or a closely related field required.
• Teaching experience preferred, especially in online courses.
• Demonstrated ability to address diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in person or online.
• Provide timely feedback and academic support to students.
• Comply with university policies for teaching and evaluation.

Skills

Teaching experience

Adaptability to diverse educational needs

Education

Master’s degree in history or related field

Doctorate in history or related field (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

Part‑time affiliate faculty positions in the Department of History at Metropolitan State University of Denver enable faculty to teach courses across a broad range of content. Positions are temporary, require ability to teach both in‑person and online, and are paid per credit hour on a semester‑by‑semester basis.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in person or online, delivering course content and preparing lesson plans.
• Grading and providing timely, robust feedback to students.
• Address student questions in accordance with university, college, and department policies.
• Provide online or in‑person academic support as appropriate to the teaching assignment.
• Deliver instruction in line with the regular course syllabus and department coordination policies.
• Comply with university‑wide student evaluation of instruction and peer observation policies.
• Adapt and learn new modes of instruction, demonstrating sensitivity to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in history or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate in history or related field; teaching experience.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired on a per credit hour basis. They are not eligible for university benefit coverage. Assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment. Faculty are expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary and Pay Rates

Salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy. Rate per credit hour assignment: $1,264 – $1,482.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online through the MSU Denver career site and include a curriculum vitae. Official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate. Questions may be directed to [e-mail].

Benefits

Affiliate faculty do not have eligible benefit coverage under the university’s benefit program. However, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans, and a long‑term disability plan.

Background Checks

All finalists will undergo background checks prior to employment to ensure a safe and secure environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Diversity Statement

MSU Denver values diversity, equity, and inclusion and seeks faculty who commit to equity and inclusion. The university’s student population is nearly 58% first‑generation and over 50% students of color.

Closing Date

Open until filled.