Chicana/o Studies Affiliate Instructor

Position Summary

The Department of Chicana/o Studies at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. For more information about the Department of Chicana/o Studies in our College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/chicana-chicanx.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more courses during the day, evening and/or weekend as necessary.
• Courses include CHS1000 Introduction to Chicano Studies and other lower and upper division courses as needed.
• Courses may be in-person, online, or in hybrid capacities.
• 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,
• Giving students 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.
• 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 Chicana/o Studies or closely related field,
• Some experience teaching at the College/University level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chicano studies or a related field,
• 3 or more years of teaching experience at the College/University Level.

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.

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 $1264 - $1482.

How To Apply

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

• Curriculum vitae,
• Cover letter addressing teaching experience and qualifications,
• A list of three professional references and their contact information.

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume 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

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Background Checks

The University will conduct 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 in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.