Philosophy Visiting Assistant Professor

Position Summary: • Teach 24 credit hours per academic year as assigned. Teaching includes preparing class and evaluation materials, delivering lectures, grading, and being available for student questions.

• Must be able to teach Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, and Metaphysics.

Job

Description:

Visiting Assistant Professor in Philosophy Essential Functions and

Responsibilities:

Teach 24 credit hours per academic year as assigned. Teaching includes preparing class and evaluation materials, delivering lectures, grading, and being available for student questions. Must be able to teach Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, and Metaphysics. Area of specialization within the discipline of philosophy is open.

• Demonstrate a commitment to student success in the classroom and during office hours Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508.

Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned Required

Education:

, Specialized

Skills:

and

Experience:

PhD in Philosophy expected within 1 year Demonstrated excellence in teaching. Excellent interpersonal and communication

skills:

Good organizational

skills:

and the ability to complete tasks within strict timelines. Preferred

Education:

, Specialized

Skills:

and

Experience:

Experience:

teaching Introduction to Philosophy and/or Ethics

Experience:

teaching underrepresented populations.

• Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility: Chair of Philosophy and Political Science Department Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic) Ability to work in a confined area (Classroom) Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand in front of a classroom, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and write on the board.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision

requirements:

due to computer work. Travel: Less than 5% is expected for this position. FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Exempt Full Time and FTE 1.0 Temporary Spring 2026, renewable for FY26-27 Work hours are flexible but should fit within a standard work week. Employees must be present on campus for class, tutoring and meeting times, but have flexibility for their grading and preparation.

Compensation:

The position will pay $49,000, per year, plus a comprehensive

benefits:

package.\ Application Process A complete application packet includes: Cover letter addressing interest and

qualifications:

for the position CV Names and contact information for three current, professional references Applicant materials received by December 14, 2025, will receive full consideration. The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check.

About:

Fort Lewis College: On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado’s premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC’s academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals.

A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the

education:

they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business,

education:

, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff.

Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango Notice to Prospective Employees: The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report.

The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher

Education:

Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information

about:

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You can reach them at (970) 247-7331. Equal

Opportunity:

Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal

opportunity:

for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal

opportunity:

, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.

Discrimination Questions? Office of Compliance and Community Standards David Pirrone, Director of Compliance 210 Berndt Hall 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu Questions

about:

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about:

Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request.

• Title IX of the

Education:

Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries

about:

the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of

Education:

ADAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation.

You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. Fort Lewis College, a public institution located in Durango, Colorado, offers degree programs in arts, business,

education:

, health fields, humanities, social and natural sciences, and teacher

education:

Our inspiring mountain campus is located atop a scenic mesa overlooking historic Durango and situated between the San Juan Mountains and the desert Southwest. We are committed to accessible and high-quality baccalaureate

education:

, and our hallmarks are remarkably close relationships between students and faculty, the freedom of intellectual exploration, and the challenge of experiential learning. Our 3,300 students come from 48 states, 17 countries, with 36% Native American and Alaska Native backgrounds, and 11% Hispanic backgrounds.

Durango is a thriving multicultural community of 18,500 set along the beautiful Animas River Valley. Averaging 300 sunny days per year, the community is known for its outdoor lifestyle and friendly, festive atmosphere. Durango is also the cultural and economic hub of the Four Corners region, rich in dining, shopping, and entertainment, and linked with airline service to hubs in Denver, Phoenix, and Dallas.