Arts & Music Online Short-Term 2026 - 2027 Teaching Position - UMC HSSE Division

About the Job

This is a short-term and/or temporary online Arts & Music teaching position for the University of Minnesota – Crookston Campus’s Humanities, Social Science, and Education Department for the 2026-2027 academic year. This position is based on enrollment. There is a possibility this course and any short-term teaching position will not be taught during the semester or academic year based on enrollment needs.

Job Duties

• Develop and teach courses
• Advise students with regard to academic concerns and school-related organizations
• May Provide service related teaching duties
• Participate in the decision relation to the policies, courses, and programs which there is involvement
• Continuing personal growth within the profession, keep current with the field and broaden knowledge and expertise.

Deliver high-quality instruction to undergraduate students in coursework in the fields of English, Criminal Justice, History/Political Science, etc. This position will assist in the development of department goals and objectives; advise students; and support research and community outreach in the areas of discipline. The responsibilities also include developing and maintaining strong ties to the other scholars in the field, enriching the student experience and supporting student employment opportunities. The position requires regular office hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree, preferably in the teaching discipline
• Or, Master’s Degree in another field, plus 18 graduate credits in the teaching discipline
• A terminal degree in the discipline or related area is preferred
• Professional and/or teaching experience related to assigned instructional responsibilities
• Candidates must be willing to demonstrate self-awareness, cultural competencies, and achievement in working with diverse student populations.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Candidates must be eligible to work within the United States

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $1300-$1500 per credit based on experience, course, and enrollment; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.