Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
- Faculty Level/Title: Lecturer
- Working Title: FYS Lecturer
- FTE: Part-Time | Hybrid
- Salary Range: $3,500 - $5,000 per 16-week semester
- Position #: 00721067
- Requisition #: 40094
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Job Description
The Office of Student Transitions and Family Engagement has one opening for a lecturer in the First-Year-Experiences (FYE) Seminar program.
The First-Year Seminar faculty member will be responsible for teaching a three-credit hour First-Year Seminar (FYS) core area course for the Fall 2026 semester. The focus of the CU Denver First-Year Experiences program is to provide a welcoming and supportive learning environment for new degree-seeking students.
What you will do:
- Course instruction for the duration of the fall semester term.
- Creation of course syllabus, lesson plans, and assignments.
- Grade all coursework for enrolled students.
- Implementation of at least four First-Year Experience (FYE) required lessons.
- Attend all required FYE faculty trainings in the summer prior to the fall term.
- Work collaboratively with the FYE course-assigned Peer Advocate Leader (PAL).
- Hold required one-on-one meetings with each student.
- Follow all guidelines and expectations in accordance with University of Colorado Denver faculty requirements.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, teaching, or a field related to the subject matter from an accredited institution.
- Taught at an accredited higher education institution for at least one semester OR have 5+ years of experience teaching in a K-12 institution.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current/active employee at CU Denver.
- Previous experience teaching in a First-Year Experiences program or College Success course.
- In-depth knowledge or teaching experience regarding Asian American and Pacific Islander lived experiences and food culture.
- Previous experience working with Peer Mentors in FYE programs.
Conditions of Employment
- Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
- This position follows a hybrid work structure. Must be willing and able to teach in-person or via Zoom between 9:00 am and 4:45 pm Monday through Friday for the fall 2026 semester.
Application Process
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Required Application Materials:
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and specified course topics.
- Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
Application Deadline: Preference will be given to complete applications received by June 5, 2026, 11:59:00 PM.
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