Art Appreciation, History and Theory Affiliate Instructor

Art Appreciation, History and Theory Affiliate Instructor

Position Summary
Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Department of Art invites applications for part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions in Art Appreciation, History, and Theory. Candidates will teach one to three classes in person, online, or a hybrid format, and will be expected to prepare materials, grade work, provide feedback, and support student learning in accordance with departmental policies and university-wide standards.

• Teach assigned courses in art appreciation, art history, or art theory and criticism.
• Develop and deliver course content, prepare lesson plans, and design assessments.
• Grade student work and provide timely, robust feedback.
• Respond to student questions and provide academic support in person or online.
• Adhere to university, college, and department policies, including student evaluation of instruction and peer observation.

• MA in Art History or equivalent.

• Doctorate in Art History.
• Experience teaching a diverse urban student population, including students of color, LGBTQIA students, low‑income students, first‑generation and non‑traditional students, students with disabilities, undocumented students, and English language learners.

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired per credit hour for specific courses on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Benefit coverage is not provided. Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in‑person on campus upon hire.

Pay is based on the number of credit hours assigned, at a rate determined by university policy.

Candidates must apply online via MSU Denver’s career site. Complete applications should include the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcripts
• List of three professional references (contact information)

Applications are submitted to a single upload field; multiple documents may be merged into a single PDF.

Open Until Filled

Standard university benefits include medical, vision, dental, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plans. Detailed information can be found on the university’s benefits website.

MSU Denver values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The campus is a Hispanic‑Serving Institution with a student body that is 58% first‑generation and over 50% students of color. The university is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all community members.

All finalists undergo background checks prior to employment.