"Foundational Course Specialist"

Job Summary

The Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL) at CU Boulder invites applications for The Foundational Course Specialist Position! Working collaboratively with a growing team in the (CTL) and reporting to the Director, this position works with campus educators and staff to develop and use evidence-based practices for the improvement of instructing and learning in first-year and second-year courses, with a focus on large-enrollment courses. This position will help advance University-wide initiatives to improve the retention, persistence, and success of all undergraduates at the University of Colorado Boulder.

The CTL offers flexible and adaptable programming for CU’s educators, including workshops, communities of practice, consultations, asynchronous resources, and related professional development activities. 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 CTL supports innovation and excellence in teaching and learning at the University of Colorado Boulder through its workshops, consultations, programming, and related activities and resources. Our work through the CTL aims to cultivate attitudes toward teaching that are open, curious, and innovative. Impactful teaching, we believe, is not innately produced but is learned, informed by continuous dialogue, collective knowledge, and rigorous scholarship. As a Center, we invite educators to an open, common space where all are welcome to explore teaching practices, pose questions, have brave conversations, take creative risks, and embrace intellectual humility.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Program Development and Support:

• Lead workshops and department trainings on evidence-based instructing strategies for supporting engagement, motivation, learning, and success for all students, with a particular focus on "scalable" practices for large courses and supporting student success in their first and second years
• Develop and facilitate one or more communities of practice
• Develop and update asynchronous and online resources

Consultation:

• Assist campus educators through individual and group consultations on evidence-based practices (e.g., course design, pedagogy, assessment, etc.) in individual courses (particularly first- and second-year foundational courses and large courses) and curricula

Collaboration:

• Participate as an active team member to implement CTL activities and programs
• Partner with campus networks & resources, including the Office of Undergraduate Education, Data & Analytics, and the Office of Information Technology

What You Should Know

This role offers a hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of being onsite a few days each week.

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary for this full-time position is $73,000-$82,000.
• Onboarding assistance available within department guidelines

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• 5+ years of professional, job related experience
• Master’s Degree highly preferred
• 2 years of post-secondary teaching experience as an instructor of record including in large courses of over 70 students

What You Will Need

• Experience working with collaborative teams
• Expertise with evidence-based course design, pedagogy, and assessment practices, particularly those that have shown effective in supporting the success of all students in large courses
• Familiarity with inclusive pedagogical practices
• Familiarity with teaching technologies to support student engagement
• Experience with program development (e.g., workshops, communities of practice, etc.)
• Experience working with data for assessment purposes in a higher education context, ideally related to teaching and learning
• Experience with instructional design

What We Would Like You to Have

• Terminal degree(e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., MFA, etc.)
• 5 years teaching experience as instructor of record, including in large courses of over 70 students
• Record of successful program research, development, and delivery
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or advising others in a higher education context
• Experience with STEM education

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time. Please apply by October 26th, 2025 for consideration. 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