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Lecturer - Student Affairs in Higher Education

Engage. Educate. Empower. Join UCCS as a Lecturer!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Lecturer for Student Affairs in Higher Education (SAHE) to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

Pay Range: $3,900 per 3-credit course. Courses with low enrollment (less than 12 students) may be canceled. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: Determined by course modality. Generally on campus, in person.  Remote teaching opportunities may be available under certain conditions.

*This position is open only to Colorado state residents or those that intend to reside in the state of Colorado while employed by UCCS.

Summary

The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of qualified Lecturers in the Student Affairs in Higher Education (SAHE) program from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part-time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester. 

Lecturers will teach SAHE classes. For example, Student Affairs Leadership, Leading Teams and Organizations, Social Foundations of Higher Education, College Student Development Theory, Counseling and Helping Skills in Higher Education, Legal and Ethical Issues in Higher Education, Budgeting and Finance in Student Affairs, Student Services Program Development and Evaluation, Research and Statistics, Diversity and Inclusiveness in Higher Education, Culturally Responsive Practices in Higher Education, Crisis Management and Response, and the Student Affairs Practicum/Internship. Generally, graduate classes meet in-person on-campus and undergraduate classes meet asynchronously online.

Essential Functions

• Teach assigned course in assigned course modality 
• Develop syllabus for course using College of Education accessible course template
• Complete necessary trainings as determined by Department, College, and/or University
• Develop, maintain, and utilize Canvas shell for duration of the course
• Ensure Canvas shell meets accessibility standards
• Assess student assignments and submit final grades by deadline in Canvas and CU-SIS
• Inform program faculty director and/or department chair of student issues and concerns in a timely manner

Tentative Search Timeline

This posting is for Fall 2026, Spring, 2027, and Summer 2027.  Positions are open until filled.  Applications will be reviewed on a semester-by-semester basis as business needs arise; You will only be contacted if you are selected for an interview.

Because this appointment is temporary in natu re, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

Because this appointment is temporary in nature, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

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.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Applicants should either reside in Colorado or be prepared to relocate within two months of starting employment. We're excited to welcome new team members and will provide support and resources to help make your transition to Colorado as smooth as possible.

• Master's degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education, Higher Education Administration, or a closely related field is required
• Professional experience in the specific course content area is required
• Availability to teach in-person classes on campus or online asynchronous classes is required
• The ideal candidate has a terminal degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, JD)
• Current engagement in professional development activities in the specific course content area is highly desirable