Religious Studies Affiliate Instructor

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

Job summary

City and County of Denver is seeking part-time instructors for courses in Religious Studies, including Asian Religions, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The role involves teaching between 3–9 credit hours, preparing lesson plans, and providing feedback to students.

Applicants should have at least a Master’s degree in Religious Studies or a related field and experience in higher education teaching. The salary per credit hour ranges from $1,264 to $1,482, and positions are dependent on budget and enrollment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Religious Studies or closely related field is required.
• Preferred: Ph.D. in a related field.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–9 credit hours in Religious Studies.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide feedback.
• Address student questions as per department policies.

Skills

Teaching experience in higher education

Knowledge in Religious Studies

Adaptability to different teaching modalities

Education

Master’s degree in Religious Studies or closely related field

Ph.D. in Religious Studies or closely related field

Job description

Position Summary

Instructors will teach one to three classes per semester. The Department of Philosophy seeks qualified educators to teach courses in Religious Studies, including RLG 1040 – Asian Religions, RLG 1050 – Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and RLG 1090 – Religion, Justice, and Liberation Movements. Classes may be taught in‑person, online, or hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–9 credit hours in Religious Studies, delivering course content to students.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans that align with the syllabus and learning objectives.
• Grade student work and provide timely, robust feedback.
• Address student questions in accordance with university, college, and department policies.
• Provide academic support to students as needed.
• Adhere to university-wide student evaluation of instruction and peer observation policies.
• Adapt to new modalities of instruction and accommodate diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• Required: Master’s degree in Religious Studies or a closely related field.
• Preferred: Ph.D. in Religious Studies or a closely related field.
• Teaching experience in higher education, preferably in Religious Studies.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired 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 assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment.

Salary

Rate per credit hour assignment can range from $1,264 to $1,482, based on university policy.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site at https://www.msudenver.edu/careers. Complete applications should include the following materials in a single PDF or separate documents in one upload field: CV, cover letter, unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and a list of three professional references with contact information.

For questions, contact Erica Poggenpohl, Academic Program Coordinator, at [e-mail] or call (303) 615‑0900.

Closing Date

Open until filled.

EEO Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. We support individuals of all backgrounds and comply with all applicable laws. The University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the application process.