Job Title: Cultural Programming Coordinator, German

Position Status: Cultural Programming Coordinator

Academic Rank: (CPC)

Department: CGIJR

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

Works for the Department of Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, and Russian to assist in language teaching though instruction, tutoring, grading and/or speaking Italian with students living in the language house. This position is coordinated through Residential Life. The Cultural Programs Coordinator (CPC) lives in the language house on campus and directs/coordinates cultural programming in coordination with the Department Chair and assists the Residential Advisor.

The educational objective of the Cultural Program Coordinator program is to increase mutual understanding between the community of Colorado College and the CPC by means of educational and cultural exchange. Each block, the CPC's duties will include preparing programs either independently or together with faculty members, students, or staff about the language communities and countries they are representing (i.e. movies, language “tables” at meals, campus-wide cultural activities involving literature, drama, dance, food, sports, music etc.) targeting house residents and current language students and open to the larger campus. This might also entail advertising and maintaining social media accounts to make our department more visible on campus. Details of the cultural programming will be worked out with Prof. Steckenbiller, who will be your supervisor. In addition, we welcome ideas of your own regarding programming and specific activities. The CPC will also have a dotted line reporting relationship to the Resident Life Coordinator. The CPC will work in conjunction with departmental faculty, the Office of International Student & Scholar Services, and the Residential Life Office.

TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES
The CPC will be expected to teach three adjunct courses each semester (skill maintenance courses, consisting of conversation hours and grammar workshops):
• GR103/206 during Blocks 1-4
• GR104/206 during Blocks 5-8

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Hold regular office hours (2-4 hours per week)
• Promote cultural activities on campus
• Serve as a tutor for regular Block language courses

Colorado College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. Read more about our commitment to Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in our “The Strategy for a More Just CC,” a living document that presents a framework to address ten priority areas where antiracism strategies impact all areas of the college, policies, practices, and pedagogies (please see https:// www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/adei/strategic-plan.html)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts (in German, English, or other language preferred; other fields also accepted)

Preferred Qualifications

Master of Arts (in German, English, or other language preferred; other fields also accepted); experience teaching non-native speakers of German at the undergraduate College/University level

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 05-15-2026
• Please contact Prof. Christiane Steckenbiller, at csteckenbiller@coloradocollege.edu, with any questions.
  
  You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

Letter of Interest (cover letter)
Curriculum vitae

Optional Documents

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

See posting details

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for J-1 Exchange Visitor Sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• $900 for each adjunct course taught for a maximum of $2,700 per semester (subject to U.S. taxes) payable in equal installments at the end of each block
• a salary of $6,460 for the academic year (subject to U.S. taxes) for your non-teaching responsibilities, payable twice monthly.
• You have the option of earning extra compensation per block through additional language grading, tutoring, or teaching assistance (subject to U.S. taxes). The assigned tasks and payment amount would be discussed in advance and paid as a flat amount at the end of the block.

You will also receive:
• Room valued at $6902 (private room with bath, microfridge, and furniture)
• Meals valued at $3400 ($1700 per semester); subject to U.S taxes
• You may take up to 2 courses per semester (audit or take for credit) for free.
• Reimbursement up to $1,800 for a least-cost round-trip economy flight internationally, if applicable, to Colorado Springs; please keep a copy of your receipt for reimbursement.
• Please note that health insurance must be acquired separately.

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

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Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.