Instructor Qualifications
Seeking Experienced Student Advocates
The successful implementation of STEP 1102 requires enthusiastic teachers who communicate
care, passion, and excitement and who
want to teach a course like STEP 1102. Teaching an FYE course requires thoughtful teachers
who are carefully selected based on student feedback. Minimum qualifications for the
STEP 1102 instructor are:
- A master's degree or higher academic degree from an accredited institution (official
transcript(s) required);
- At least one year of prior experience with first-year students at the University of
Wyoming in college teaching, student services, academic advising, or counseling at
the University of Wyoming;
- Interest in supporting new student transition and the unique needs of first-year students;
- Approval of supervisor or department chair;
- Commitment to continued professional development in current FYE course techniques.
All new instructors must participate in a one-hour FYE Information session in April
and a four-hour pre-semester colloquium in August. Stipends are available for these
required sessions.
