Journalism Affiliate Instructor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Free Regional Transportation District (RTD) pass

Tuition reimbursement

Life and supplemental insurance plans

Retirement plans

Long-term disability (LTD) plan

Job summary

The City and County of Denver is seeking part-time affiliate faculty for the Department of Journalism and Media Production at Metropolitan State University of Denver. This role involves teaching a variety of journalism courses while providing support and adapting to the diverse needs of students.

Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree in Journalism or a related field and a strong background in journalism. The position offers a competitive rate per credit hour along with a range of benefits such as healthcare and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• At least six years of professional, full-time experience in journalism required.
• Commitment to adapting to diverse student needs.
• Compliance with university evaluation policies.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–9 credit hours in journalism-related courses.
• Prepare lesson plans and provide feedback.
• Support students academically as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field

Master’s degree in Journalism or related field

Doctorate in Journalism or related field

Job description

Position Summary

Part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions in the Department of Journalism and Media Production at Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–9 credit hours in courses such as Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Public Relations, Introduction to Journalism and Mass Media, Journalism Fundamentals, Reporting, Fundamentals of Public Relations, Beginning Photojournalism, Beginning Layout and Design, and other related courses at the 1000‑level or above.
• Deliver course content in person or online, including preparing lesson plans, grading student work, and providing timely, robust feedback.
• Consult with students, address questions, and provide academic support as needed.
• Provide instruction consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and department course coordination policies.
• Comply with university‑wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies.
• Adapt to new modes of instruction and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or a related field, plus at least six years of professional, full‑time experience in journalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Journalism or a related field plus at least six years of professional, full‑time experience in journalism.
• Doctorate in Journalism or a related field.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired on a per‑credit‑hour basis, typically semester‑by‑semester. Employment is dependent on budget and enrollment; eligibility for the university’s benefit program is not provided. All assignments are expected to be taught in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary

Rate per credit hour ranges from $1,264 to $1,482, according to university policy.

How to Apply

• Submit a complete application online via the MSU Denver career portal.
• Include the following materials: Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three professional references with contact information.
• Upload all documents in the one designated field or merge them into a single PDF.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Free Regional Transportation District (RTD) pass.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life and supplemental insurance plans.
• Retirement plans.
• Long‑term disability (LTD) plan.

Background Checks

Background checks are conducted on all finalists prior to employment to ensure a safe and secure environment.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The university is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution and seeks applicants who demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities.