Social Work Affiliate Instructor

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 1,741,000 - 2,042,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) seeks part-time Affiliate Faculty to teach Social Work courses across the curriculum. Faculty will collaborate with Lead Faculty, participate in content-teaching teams, and may teach one to two courses per semester.

Responsibilities include delivering content in person or online, preparing lesson plans, providing timely feedback, and aligning with university policies.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum two years post-MS W experience for practice courses; five years for field seminar courses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content in person or online, including preparing lesson plans and grading student work.
• Provide timely feedback and academic support to students.
• Adhere to department course coordination, Lead Faculty model policies, and university policies on student evaluation and peer observation.
• Adapt and support diverse student populations and new modes of instruction.
• Work in partnership with Lead Faculty and content teams as needed.

Skills

Two years post-MS W experience

Five years for field seminars

Education

Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-Accredited program

Job description

Affiliate Faculty – Social Work – Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver)

Position Summary

We are seeking part‑time Affiliate Faculty to teach Social Work courses across the curriculum. Affiliate Faculty will work with a Lead Faculty, participate in a content teaching team, and may teach one to two courses each semester (maximum three).

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content in person or online, including preparing lesson plans and grading student work.
• Provide timely feedback and academic support to students.
• Adhere to department course coordination, Lead Faculty model policies, and university policies on student evaluation and peer observation.
• Adapt and support diverse student populations and new modes of instruction.
• Work in partnership with Lead Faculty and content teams as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE‑Accredited program.
• Minimum two years of post‑MSW experience for practice courses; five years for field seminar courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional five years of relevant post‑MSW or related master’s experience.
• Doctoral‑level coursework (PhD or ABD) in one or more content areas.
• Two years of teaching experience in relevant content areas.
• Experience teaching online and with diverse, under‑represented students.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate Faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired per credit hour for specific classes on a semester‑by‑semester basis. They are not eligible for the University’s benefit program and are paid $1,264–$1,482 per credit hour (rate determined by university policy).

Salary

Pay rates vary by credit hour assignment: $1,264–$1,482. The College of Health and Human Sciences Affiliate Rates for FY 2025‑26 provide further detail.

Application Process

Applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter addressing all required and any preferred qualifications. All documents should be uploaded into one field on the application portal. Official transcripts are required for the selected candidate.

Benefits

Affiliate Faculty are not covered under the University’s benefit program. Selected faculty may be eligible for other University benefits if they transition to full‑time status.

ADA Accommodations

MSU Denver will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the application process. Contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail] to request accommodations.

Background Checks

Finalists will undergo background checks prior to employment as part of the hiring process.

Diversity Statement

MSU Denver values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to providing an equitable learning environment for all community members.