Part-Time Language Instructor for First-Year Program

Center for Immigration Policy & Research (CIPR); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,402 - 62,768; Part time

Job summary

The Center for Immigration Policy & Research (CIPR) at the University of Denver is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish courses in the 2025-2026 academic year. This part-time role involves teaching 4 credit courses per quarter with flexible load based on availability.

The ideal candidates should demonstrate experience in inclusive teaching methods, and task-based, communicative approaches. A Master’s degree or ABD in the relevant language or related fields is required. Applications are accepted online through jobs.du.edu.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous teaching experience in the United States.
• Evidence of commitment to diverse student populations.
• Experience with communicative methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach 10-week language courses on campus.
• Hold weekly office hours for student support.
• Evaluate homework and quizzes.

Skills

Native or near-native fluency in language

Experience in task-based teaching methods

Experience in inclusive pedagogy

Ability to create lesson plans

Collaboration skills

Education

Master’s degree or ABD in language or closely related fields

Ph.D. (preferred)

Tools

Canvas (course management system)

Job description

The Center for Immigration Policy & Research (CIPR) at the University of Denver is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish courses in the 2025-2026 academic year. This part-time role involves teaching 4 credit courses per quarter with flexible load based on availability.

The ideal candidates should demonstrate experience in inclusive teaching methods, and task-based, communicative approaches. A Master’s degree or ABD in the relevant language or related fields is required. Applications are accepted online through jobs.du.edu.