World Languages Affiliate Instructor

Metropolitan State University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 1,378,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Free RTD pass

Life and supplemental insurance plans

Retirement plans

Job summary

A public university in Colorado seeks a part-time World Languages Affiliate Instructor to teach language courses. The role requires a Master's Degree in a relevant field and teaching experience is preferred. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, teaching, grading, and providing feedback. The position is funded on a per credit hour basis. Benefits are limited as affiliate faculty are not eligible for full university benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required in a relevant field.
• Doctorate in target language preferred.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in person or online.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide feedback.
• Align instruction with the syllabus and university policies.

Skills

Language Acquisition

Linguistics

Literature

Cultural Studies

Translation

Education

Master’s Degree in the target language

Job description

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Position Summary: The Department of World Languages at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for future part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions.

Responsibilities

An affiliate faculty member’s duties may include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies, and 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; and complying with university‑wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is highly encouraged. Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in the target language with concentration in one or more of the following areas: Language Acquisition, Linguistics, Literature, Cultural Studies, Translation, or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in the target language with concentration in one or more of the following areas: Language Acquisition, Linguistics, Literature, Cultural Studies, Translation, or related fields
• Teaching experience in the target language

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 for Announcement

The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy. For more information, please visit the pay rates under the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences: Affiliate‑Rates‑AY‑25‑26.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers. Complete applications will include the following required materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter (1 page max)
• Copies of unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned
• A list of three professional references with contact information

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume/cover letter submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire. Closing Date: "Open Until Filled".

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans, and other programs such as access to a long‑term disability plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver conducts background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access‑oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Over 58% of students are first‑generation, over 50% are students of color, and the university is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. We strive to create an equitable learning and working environment for all community members and are committed to supporting a culture of belonging.