Refine Search Higher Education Adjunct Faculty 2026-2027 Apply now Job no: 498816 Work type: Adjunct Faculty Location: Denver, CO Categories: Faculty Division: Morgridge College of Education Position Summary The Morgridge College of Education is looking to hire adjunct instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach a variety of graduate courses in the Higher Education program. Opportunities depend on department
needs and may not be available every year. Available courses may vary. More information about the courses can be found on the Registrar’s Office schedule of classes at https://www.du.edu/registrar/course/scheduleofclasses.html. This posting will serve for multiple openings that may arise throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. Essential Functions Course Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities: Teach in person or online in
the format and schedule for the course (depending on course) Design a new course or adapt an existing one. This includes creating or utilizing existing learning outcomes, support materials, in partnership with HED faculty mentor Create a course calendar per the quarter system; Create and maintain course Canvas container; Meet with students as needed; Assign papers, exams and other deliverables as appropriate that
align with the program’s learning outcomes; Grade assignments within two weeks; Ensures the course embodies the values and goals of inclusion, and justice in course learning outcomes, lesson activities, readings, and other assignments; Ensure the equitable and accessible delivery of course content, learning activities, and assessments; Support student academic success through connecting them with campus resources,
communication with faculty advisors and/or the department chair, and working affirmatively with students who have disability accommodations; Participate in onboarding and relevant professional development opportunities for adjunct faculty that may be provided by the department, college, and/or university; Participate in master's ePortfolios, dissertations of practice, or comprehensive exams if needed and as
applicable. Required Qualifications Terminal degree Relevant knowledge regarding the course content Previous teaching experience Professional experience in postsecondary settings and contexts Preferred Qualifications Successful teaching/facilitation experience with adults at the graduate level Work Schedule While the University’s administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules
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