Metropolitan State University of Denver · Denver, CO

Affiliate Alternative Licensure Program Coach at Metropolitan State University of Denver — Denver, CO

Full-timeDenver, COPosted 2026-07-18Apply on Workday

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Department

ALP Programs

About the University

Position Summary

The Alternative Licensure Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The ALP Coach will support alternative licensure candidates in their teaching assignments. This is a temporary coaching position that serves students in the fall and spring semesters. Applicants need to be available 5 days per week during the day for lesson observations, debriefs, and meetings with alternative licensure teachers. The successful applicant will coach candidates in accordance with Teacher Quality Standards and assist each candidate in becoming an effective teacher in a variety of settings.

For more information about the Alternative Licensure Program in our School of Education, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/alternative-licensure-program.

Responsibilities

  • Assist alternative licensure candidates in meeting the requirements of the Colorado Teacher Quality Standards
  • Conduct a minimum of 5 school visits for each assigned alternative licensure candidate during each semester
  • Provide feedback on each lesson observed
  • Complete and submit observation reports for each observation
  • Evaluate alternative licensure candidate’s proficiency on Colorado Teacher Qualities Standards
  • Communicate with Alternative Licensure Instructor regarding candidate’s performance
  • Attend all required Alternative Licensure Program (ALP) meetings

Necessary Special Requirement: This position requires travel to and from teaching sites throughout the week. The final candidate must be able to perform this essential function of the job with or without accommodation.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education or related field from an accredited college or university
  • Teaching experience in a public or private school setting
  • Has held a license to teach

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a related field
  • At least 5 years of teaching experience in a public or private school setting
  • Supervisory experience in an education setting (e.g. as a principal, department chair, university supervisor, or as a previous mentor/cooperating teacher)
  • Experience in supervising or mentoring new teachers
  • Holds a current Colorado teaching license

Terms of Employment

Salary for Announcement

How to Apply

  • Curriculum vitae or resume
  • Cover letter
  • Copies of all unofficial transcripts
  • A list of three professional references with contact information

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email

trogowsk@msudenver.edu

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