University of Denver·Quinte West, Ontario
Instruct graduate-level Higher Education courses through design, delivery, and assessment of course content. Responsibilities include managing Canvas containers, grading assignments, and supporting student success through inclusive teaching practices.
The Morgridge College of Education is looking to hire adjunct instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach a variety of graduate courses in the Higher Education program.
Opportunities depend on department needs and may not be available every year.
Available courses may vary.
More information about the courses can be found on the Registrar’s Office schedule of classes at https://www.du.edu/registrar/course/scheduleofclasses.html [https://www.du.edu/registrar/course/scheduleofclasses.html].
This posting will serve for multiple openings that may arise throughout the 2026-2027 academic year.
• Successful teaching/facilitation experience with adults at the graduate level
1. Standard office environment. 2. Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high. 3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.
1. Ability to sit or stand in front of a computer for an extended period. 2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus.
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu [https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/listing/] to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Course Rate: $1,290 per credit hour taught
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, available market information, and course enrollment but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver. [https://www.du.edu/sites/default/files/2022-05/benefits-overview-nonbenefited-employees%20%281%29.pdf]
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement [https://www.du.edu/equalopportunity/non-discrimination-statement].
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
Candidates must possess a terminal degree and have professional experience in postsecondary settings. Previous teaching experience and relevant subject matter expertise are required.
Market context
Higher education adjunct faculty roles in Ontario are typically driven by semester-based staffing needs and course coverage, so openings can appear when departments need specialized instruction or last-minute teaching support. These roles are competitive because they often require a terminal degree, postsecondary experience, prior teaching, and subject expertise; on this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time. If you are considering applying, review the course area closely and tailor your materials to show both teaching experience and fit with the subject matter.