Journalism Affiliate Instructor

Metropolitan State University of Denver•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Journalism and Media Production at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. This is an applicant pool for affiliate faculty, with screening occurring when positions become available. These are temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions, and the number varies by semester based on program needs. Not all applicants will be contacted or selected to teach. MSU Denver, established in 1965, serves over 16,000 diverse students, providing a foundation for their aspirations. As a large public institution and a Hispanic-Serving Institution (gHSI) with Seal of Excelencia certification, it serves the most diverse undergraduate and first-generation student population in Colorado. The University is committed to affordable, flexible, and holistic education, fostering essential skills with a multicultural and global perspective, leading to degrees and career success. MSU Denver values Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence, striving for a supportive and inclusive environment that breaks down educational barriers and promotes scholarship.

Requirements

Master's degree in a discipline-related field

Nice To Haves

PhD in Journalism or a discipline-related field

Responsibilities

Teach 3 - 9 credit hours.
Courses may include, but are not limited to: Journalism Fundamentals, Reporting, Photo Journalism, etc.
Be available for consultation with students.
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.
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.