Human Services and Counseling Affiliate Instructor

Metropolitan State University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 1,699,000 - 2,083,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

RTD pass

Retirement plans

Health benefits

Job summary

Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions in the Department of Human Services and Counseling. The department offers majors in Fire and Emergency Response Administration and Human Services, plus an Addiction Studies concentration and trauma focus.

Open until filled; full posting at MSU Denver. Affiliate faculty teach on a per credit hour basis, with final salary based on university policy.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Services, Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Education, Gerontology, Rehabilitation, Women’s Studies, Communication, Nonprofit Studies, Behavior Science or related field; or tested experience (FERA).
• Experience in the field is preferred.
• Teaching experience or experience presenting or facilitating educational activities is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations is preferred.
• LAC and State approval required for certain addiction studies classes may apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in person or online, deliver course content to students, and prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide robust feedback in a timely manner.
• Support students with online or in-person academic assistance as needed.
• Ensure instruction aligns with course syllabus and learning objectives and comply with evaluation policies.

Skills

Experience in the field

Teaching experience

Experience with diverse populations

Education

Master’s degree or tested experience (FERA)

Job description

Department

Human Services

_By applying to this posting, you are entering an applicant pool for affiliate faculty. Screening of applicants will take place when positions come available. The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the program. As such, not everyone in the applicant pool for this position will be contacted and/or selected to teach_

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado’s extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE values:Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education, fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our students, faculty, and staff.

About the Department

The Department of Human Services and Counseling, soon to be renamed Mental Health and Addiction Counseling, is dedicated to preparing compassionate, skilled professionals to support individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. Our work continues to center on serving diverse communities with a strong emphasis on advocacy, equity, and evidence-based practice. What makes our department special is our unwavering commitment to real-world, hands-on training and our collaborative, student-centered environment. It’s a meaningful place to work, where faculty and staff share a deep commitment to transforming lives and building stronger communities.

Position Summary

The Department of Human Services and Counseling at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The department offers two majors: Fire and Emergency Response Administration and Human Services; a concentration in Addiction Studies; and areas of focus in trauma and high risk youth.

For more information about the Department of Human Services and Counseling in our College of Health and Human Sciences, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/human-services-counseling

Responsibilities

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.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Human Services, Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Education, Gerontology, Rehabilitation, Women’s Studies, Communication, Nonprofit Studies, Behavior Science or related field; or tested experience (FERA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the field
• Teaching experience or experience presenting or facilitating educational activities
• Experience working with diverse populations
• LAC and State approval required for certain addiction studies classes

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.

Salary for Announcement

The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy.

Rate of pay per credit hour assignment can be between $1233 - $1512.

For more information, you may view pay rates here: Affiliate Rates.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email

[e-mail]

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 accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denver’sbenefits 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 [e-mail].

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

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 consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.