Adjunct Instructor - Dakota Language

Job Description

Augsburg University seeks a beginning Dakota language instructor, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:30pm-8:45pm. One course per semester. Instructor will have autonomy in designing and running the course including all pedagogical materials.

Compensation & Benefits
Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284

• $5,800 to $6,175 per undergraduate course* for the 2025-26 academic year
• Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Transit pass discount
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits

*Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.

Qualifications

BA in relevant field plus significant experience teaching Dakota, preferably at the college level. MA preferred. Candidates must submit a CV, a letter of interest, and arrange for two references that address the candidate's teaching ability to be forwarded under separate cover. Candidates will be considered until position is filled. Augsburg University is an AA/EO employer.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: [email protected].