Mathematics and Statistics 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 plans

Tuition reimbursement

Free RTD pass

Life and supplemental insurance plans

Job summary

The City and County of Denver is seeking part‑time affiliate faculty for the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver). The role involves teaching various mathematics courses and assisting students with academic support.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a closely related field. The position offers a pay rate between $1,264 – $1,482 per credit hour, with additional benefits including medical, vision, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is mandatory.
• Proficiency in teaching with technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct General Studies mathematics courses and small group learning sessions.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide feedback.
• Address student questions and provide academic support.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or a closely related field

Tools

Teaching technology proficiency

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The Mathematics and Statistics affiliate instructor will conduct 1–9 hours of General Studies mathematics courses and/or small group learning sessions that accompany General Studies mathematics courses. They will work and interact with diverse groups of students and/or coordinate with faculty teaching lecture sections aligned with learning sessions. For more information about the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in our College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/math.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 1–9 hours of in‑person or hybrid General Studies mathematics courses and/or small‑group learning sessions that accompany General Studies mathematics courses.
• Teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students.
• Preparing course materials and lesson plans.
• Grading student work and providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner.
• Addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies.
• 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.
• Complying with university‑wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies.
• Adapting and learning new modes of instruction is highly encouraged.
• Demonstrating sensitivity to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in teaching with technology, e.g., calculators and computer software.

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. Rate of pay per credit hour assignment can be between $1,264 – $1,482. For more information, please view pay rates under the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design: Affiliate‑Rates‑AY‑25‑26.

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, a free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as 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: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU‑Benefit‑Summary.pdf.

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.

EEO and ADA Statement

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].

Closing Date

Open until filled.