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Working TitleHonors Instructor: Structured Mentoring—Open Pool

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500217F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$46,000-$50,000 (prorated based on FTE)

Employee Benefits

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week

Description of Work Unit

The goal of the University Honors Program ( UHP ) is to provide an enriched educational program of study for academically talented and motivated students at Colorado State University. Honors students benefit from small, discussion-based seminars taught by some of the University’s finest faculty members, personalized academic advising, priority enrollment, opportunities for leadership, research and community service, and special scholarships. Many Honors students choose to live in one of our Residential Learning Communities.

Tenure/Tenure Track?

% Research

% Teaching

% Service

% Administration

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on01/04/2026

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Honors Program at Colorado State University seeks applications from qualified individuals interested in facilitating part-time Structured Mentoring Opportunities for Honors students. These one-credit, variable-content courses provide students with the chance to engage in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that align with the Honors Program’s mission to cultivate applied, interdisciplinary, and professionally oriented scholarship.

Structured Mentoring Opportunities are designed to connect students with real-world contexts in which they can develop practical skills and insight under the guidance of an experienced mentor. Instructors serve as facilitators, creating a learning environment that reflects their disciplinary expertise while responding to current academic and/or community needs. These opportunities are intentionally experiential and may vary in focus—ranging from research support to civic engagement to professional skill-building—depending on the strengths and proposals of the instructor.

Applicants are asked to submit a brief proposal outlining the area of expertise they wish to offer and the type of experiential learning opportunity they envision providing. These offerings should reflect Honors Program values of professionalism, interdisciplinarity, critical thinking, creative problem solving, and communication, while supporting students’ development as engaged scholars and citizens.

Appointments are made on a part-time, semester-by-semester basis, depending on program needs and student interest. Structured Mentoring experiences typically enroll small cohorts, providing the opportunity for deep mentorship and personalized guidance.

The Honors Program values pluralism and purpose-driven education rooted in CSU’s Land-Grant mission. We invite applicants who are excited to contribute to an innovative curriculum that prepares students to address the complexities of today’s world through practical, civic, and interdisciplinary engagement.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

+ Previous teaching and/or facilitation skills.

+ Demonstrated expertise in field proposed.

+ Strong communication skills.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Experience teaching high-impact practices.

+ Evidence of understanding the importance of curricular and community links, evidence of co-curricular development for students, and fostering belonging among students.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application includes the on-line application, cover letter, CV, and a list of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Applications will be accepted until January 4, 2026. Applicants wishing to remain under consideration after that date must reapply.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Essential Duties

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents