DEPARTMENT
School of Education
By applying to this posting, you are entering an applicant pool for affiliate
faculty. Screening of applicants will take place when positions come available.
The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions
varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the program. As
such, not everyone in the applicant pool for this position will be contacted
and/or selected to teach.
About the University
Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to
serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths
and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the
University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado’s extraordinary and
diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their
unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education
in Colorado, MSU Denver [https://www.msudenver.edu/] is a model university for
today’s college students.
Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution
[https://www.msudenver.edu/diversity/hispanic-serving-institution/] that also
offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified
institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate
student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students.
Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students
build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that
lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.
At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE [https://www.msudenver.edu/cadre/]
values: Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to
create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are
valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education,
fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we
provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our
students, faculty, and staff.
Position Summary
The Office of Clinical Experiences and Partnerships at Metropolitan State
University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time University
Supervisors of Student Teachers and Residents.
For more information about the Office of Clinical Experiences and Partnerships
in our School of Education, please visit:
https://www.msudenver.edu/education/office-of-clinical-experiences-and-partnerships-ocep/
[https://www.msudenver.edu/education/office-of-clinical-experiences-and-partnerships-ocep/]
Responsibilities
Serve as University Supervisor for teacher licensure candidates in student
teaching and/or residency assignments in K-12 Art, Culturally and Linguistically
Diverse Education, Early Childhood, Elementary, Music, Physical Education,
Secondary Education (English, Math, Social Studies, Science), Special Education,
and/or World Languages.
For Student Teaching Supervisors working with single-semester Student Teachers,
this includes:
* Observe, coach, and evaluate teacher candidates’ performance in student
teaching/residency placements
* Conduct 3-4 site visits over the 16-week placement for observation, coaching,
and assessment; complete mid and final term evaluation
* Facilitate 5 hours of regularly-scheduled student teaching seminars across
the semester, often in collaboration with faculty and/or other supervisors
* Guide and evaluate students’ work on the required Collection of Teaching
Artifacts and Reflections final project
* Maintain close communication with the Office of Clinical Experiences and
Partnerships (OCEP) throughout the semester
* Attend professional development and training sessions for University
Supervisors University Supervisors must be available for school visits during
the school day and must be available for communication with OCEP and assigned
student teachers no later than August 1st (fall semester) or January 2nd
(spring semester)
Required Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Education or related field
* Teaching experience in public or private school settings
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree, plus 30 semester hours of relevant post-degree study
* Teaching experience in content area of Supervision
* Supervisory/Coaching experience (e.g. as a principal, department chair,
instructional coach, or as a previous mentor teacher/cooperating teacher).
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 and/or on campus and at
supervision sites upon hire.
Salary for Announcement
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 $1233 - $1512.
For more information, you may view pay rates here: Affiliate Rates
[https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-2027-Academic-Year-Affiliate-Faculty-Pay-Scale.pdf].
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site,
https://www.msudenver.edu/careers [https://www.msudenver.edu/careers]. Complete
applications will include the following materials:
* Resume or CV
* Cover letter
* Copies of all unofficial transcripts
* A list of three professional references and their 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
POSTING REPRESENTATIVE
Tanya Rogowsky
POSTING REPRESENTATIVE EMAIL
trogowsk@msudenver.edu
BENEFITS
The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision
and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and
supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as
access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website
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learn more.
For a brief overview, please see:
https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf
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The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with
disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an
accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact
the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu
[totalrewards@msudenver.edu].
Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and
secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in
achieving that goal, we 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.