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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate teaching professor in Colorado is $107,708.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,100.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate teaching professor?

An Associate Teaching Professor is a faculty position at a college or university focused primarily on teaching rather than research. Individuals in this role are typically experienced educators who contribute significantly to curriculum development, student mentoring, and educational leadership within their department. Unlike tenure-track professors, Associate Teaching Professors may have limited or no research obligations and are often promoted based on their teaching excellence and service. This position is common in institutions that value high-quality instruction and student engagement.

What is the difference between Associate Teaching Professor vs Assistant Teaching Professor?

AspectAssociate Teaching ProfessorAssistant Teaching Professor
Required CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate, teaching experience often preferredMaster's or Doctorate, typically less teaching experience required
Work EnvironmentHigher teaching responsibilities, possible service rolesEntry-level teaching position, focus on instruction
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in universities, especially in North AmericaCommon in academic institutions, often as a starting faculty role

The main difference between an Associate Teaching Professor and an Assistant Teaching Professor lies in experience and responsibilities. Associate Teaching Professors usually have more teaching experience and may take on additional service roles, while Assistant Teaching Professors are often in earlier career stages with a primary focus on instruction. Both roles are common in higher education institutions and require similar educational credentials.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an associate teaching professor?

To thrive as an Associate Teaching Professor, you need advanced subject matter expertise, a relevant doctoral degree, and a proven record of effective teaching. Familiarity with learning management systems, online teaching tools, and curriculum development platforms is often essential. Outstanding communication, mentorship, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for engaging students and supporting their academic growth. These qualifications and skills enable Associate Teaching Professors to deliver high-quality education, foster student success, and contribute to their institution’s mission.

What challenges do associate teaching professors face in balancing teaching, service, and professional development?

Associate Teaching Professors often navigate the challenge of balancing a high teaching load with departmental service and ongoing professional development. Since their primary focus is on delivering high-quality instruction, they must also find time for curriculum development, student advising, and participation in committees. Professional growth, such as attending conferences or engaging in pedagogical research, is essential for career advancement but can be difficult to prioritize amid teaching and service commitments. Successful Associate Teaching Professors typically manage these demands through effective time management and clear communication with colleagues and administration.
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Infographic showing various Associate Teaching Professor job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,708 per year, or $51.8 per hour.

Legal Writing Faculty (Teaching Professor Track)

University of Colorado

Boulder, CO • On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

University Of Colorado Boulder rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

142nd of 617 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Summary
The University of Colorado Law School seeks a faculty member to join its legal writing program. As Colorado Law seeks to build and further enhance the status and national reputation of our program and faculty, we are especially interested in candidates with prior law teaching experience and strong leadership skills.
We seek applications from candidates with excellent academic records and demonstrated teaching ability. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
We are an engaged, diverse, and inclusive community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who help one another succeed. Our selective admissions process keeps our student body small, enabling our faculty, staff, alumni, and community to invest deeply in each student's success, while preserving space for innovative faculty research. Because we take our responsibility to educate and train future lawyers very seriously, our curriculum, research centers, and experiential learning opportunities are designed to prepare students for success in today's changing legal environment.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
The legal writing faculty includes seven full-time legal writing professionals. This position would require the faculty member to teach Legal Writing I during the fall semester and Legal Writing II during the spring semester to approximately thirty first-year law students. The faculty member will also be required to teach one upper-level writing course for 2-3 credits. Small sections allow the faculty members to guide their students' development of skills in legal analysis and writing through close feedback on frequent written work and individual conferences with students. Legal writing faculty members prepare lectures and discussions for classes each week, design writing projects, grade and critique several writing assignments each semester, and meet with students individually several times during the semester.
The workload for this position would be divided as follows: 80% Teaching / 20% Service:
Teaching
  • This position will teach an annual workload of 3 courses or 6-7 credits. Faculty members are expected to provide instruction and student advising as assigned by the Dean or their delegate.
  • Classroom instruction responsibilities include holding class for the entire period for which the class is scheduled (including the final examination period) and evaluating students' work and assigning grades within the policies of school and campus.
  • Ongoing curriculum development and planning is also an important component of teaching.

Service
  • This position includes service to the institution, profession, and community. University service involves membership in departmental, college-level and university committees, attending departmental meetings, student recruitment, processing routine paperwork such as filling out reports, answering email, and participating in surveys.

What You Should Know
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
What We Can Offer
  • Entry Level (Associate Teaching Professor): $82,500-$85,000 per Academic Year.
  • Lateral (Associate Teaching Professor or Teaching Professor): $85,000-$125,000 per Academic Year.
  • Onboarding assistance is available within School of Law guidelines.

Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent degree in a related field.
  • Strong analytical, writing, and research skills.
  • At least five years of legal practice or two years of experience teaching legal writing (or related subjects) is required.

What We Would Like You to Have
  • A distinguished academic record.
  • Demonstrated experience teaching law students.
  • The demonstrated ability to work and develop curricula collaboratively with doctrinal faculty members. Colorado Law is seeking to integrate legal writing courses with other courses throughout the law school curriculum.

Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials as separate files:
  1. Cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
  2. Current Resume/CV
  3. Names and contact information for three (3) references who may be contacted for letters of recommendation, should your candidacy advance. Contact information should include address, daytime telephone number and email.
  4. Writing sample - appropriate samples include publications in legal or academic journals, legal briefs appropriately edited for confidentiality, or other similar works that showcase writing and analytical skills.

Candidates should apply as soon as possible, and no later than September 1, 2026 for full consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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