Lecturer in Writing and Rhetoric
Requisition Number:
63729
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Date Posted:
23-Apr-2025
Job Summary
The Student Academic Success Center is pleased to invite applications to teach sections of a first-year writing course, both of which meet CU’s General Education requirement for Written Communication. There are two sections available. One meeting on Tuesday/Thursday from 11am to 12:15 pm MDT with a Friday recitation meeting 12:20-1:10pm MDT and the other meeting Tuesday/Thursday from 3:30-4:45pm MDT with a recitation meeting Friday from 3:35-4:25pm MDT. The instructor will be responsible for teaching both the course and the recitation. The ideal candidate will have teaching experience and substantial working knowledge of how to support first-generation students to successfully negotiate the institutional barriers to success in higher education. The position has an anticipated start date of August 2025 for the Fall 2025 Semester.
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
The Office of Undergraduate Education (OUE) oversees the academic undergraduate experience at CU Boulder, provides extraordinary educational experiences, serves exploring students and collaborates with a variety of units to ensure that students have access to the resources they need to succeed.
The Student Academic Success Center is an educational opportunity center that is dedicated to the academic, personal, and career success of its students participating in the McNeill Academic Program, TRiO Student Support Services, Guardian Scholars Program, White Antelope Memorial and First Nations Programs, and McNair Scholars Program. SASC provides academic skill development, gateway courses, and wrap-around services through program participation.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Teach a first-year undergraduate writing and rhetoric courses for the Fall 2025 semester
- Train and mentor undergraduate instructional assistants who work in the classroom
- Attend training in inclusive pedagogy
- Complete early alerts and communicate with department coordinators to support classroom success and college retention
What You Should Know
Group health, life insurance, and retirement plan options will be available if teaching both sections.
What We Can Offer
Salary is $8,313 per course.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
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Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- One year’s experience teaching writing and rhetoric at the college level
- 18 graduate credits in a relevant field of study
What You Will Need
- Demonstrated commitment to educational equity
- Substantial working knowledge of current best practices in writing pedagogy
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of students, staff, and faculty
What We Would Like You to Have
- A master’s degree in writing and rhetoric or a related field
- Substantial experience supporting students who are low income and/or first-generation
- Graduate of the McNeill Academic Program, TRiO Student Support Services, or a similar program
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
We may request references at a later time.
For full consideration, please apply by 5/25/2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply 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.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu