Colorado Mesa University·Grand Junction, Colorado
The adjunct lecturer is responsible for teaching activity-based kinesiology courses or the Health & Wellness course to undergraduate students. Responsibilities include utilizing the D2L online learning platform and developing syllabi with effective methodologies to assess student learning.
CMU encourages students to engage in a healthy campus lifestyle. As part of our campus-wide Health and Wellness program, every student takes the Health & Wellness course and at least one activity class (and most take three or more) to meet graduation requirements for all undergraduate degrees. Our activity classes range from Aerobics to Zumba and we are always looking for local instructors who are highly experienced in the courses we offer. With the great community of health, fitness, and wellness experts we enjoy in Western Colorado, YOU could be a great fit to educate our Mavericks!
Please explore the list below to see our full list of course offerings. If you see an activity you are trained in and passionate about, we encourage you to apply and join the Maverick family!
Beginning Swimming, Intermediate Swimming, Springboard Diving, Water Polo, Rock Climbing, Hiking, Beginning Golf, Intermediate Golf, Disc Golf and Ultimate Frisbee, Badminton, Karate, Beginning Tennis, Pickleball, Racquet Sports, Fitness Walking, Physical Conditioning, Intermediate Weight Training, Weight Training, Aerobics, Step Aerobics, Self-Defense, Pilates, Indoor Cycling, Adaptive Physical Activity, Introduction to Yoga, Hatha Yoga Relaxation, Flow Yoga, Zumba, Snorkeling/Free Diving, and Social Dance.
In addition to our activity classes, we are also looking for instructors who may be interested and qualified to teach the Health & Wellness course.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Teaching as an Adjunct Lecturer at CMU requires familiarity and use of our online learning platform, D2L, along with the ability to create a syllabus with engaging and educating methodologies to assess student learning.
$600-$850 per credit hour. Commensurate with education and experience.
Kristin Heumann, kheumann@coloradomesa.edu
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community.
To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment.
Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility.
Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment.
To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email.
You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree or possess an accredited certification with 5 years of documented teaching experience. A master's degree is specifically required for those teaching the KINE 100 Health and Wellness course.
Market context
Adjunct kinesiology roles in Colorado often reflect steady demand at colleges that need instructors for health, wellness, and movement courses. Competition can be stronger for assignments tied to KINE 100, since a master’s degree is required for that course, while other sections may accept a bachelor’s degree or accredited certification plus 5 years of documented teaching experience. Review the course list carefully and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.