Lecturer

University of Colorado • Denver, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We’re the state’s premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners—at any stage of their life and career—for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $665 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers
The Department of Modern Languages seeks qualified individuals to join us as lecturers of language and/or culture for non-benefited, part-time teaching assignments. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and may be taught in English or the target languages of Spanish or French, depending on departmental needs.
Lecturer – Modern Languages
What you will do:
Adjuncts are expected to fulfill all responsibilities associated with teaching assigned courses, including but not limited to:

Requirements

• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Graduate level and/or Terminal in Spanish (language), or French (language), or additional relevant field.
• Substitution: Significant professional industry experience may substitute for the degree, year for year.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Spanish and/or French.
• Ability to work and teach effectively both in an online or hybrid in-person delivery.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching in a higher education environment in related field to teaching assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conducting all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared way
• Thorough and accurate correction of assignments, providing appropriate constructive feedback
• Prompt return of corrected work and recording of grades
• Providing guidance and support to students
• Offering regular weekly office hours on campus for students
• Administering midterm and final course evaluations

Benefits

• Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
• The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
• Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
• Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level