Adjunct Psychology Instructor

Adjunct Psychology Instructor

Riverland Community College

Austin Campus

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Community College Faculty
• Union: 218:
  Non-Unit
• FLSA:
  Job Exempt
• Full Time / Part Time:
  Part time
• Employment Condition:
  Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

• Instructional planning and delivery
• Teaching and facilitating student learning
• Curriculum planning and development
• Assessment of student performance
• Classroom management
• Maintenance of professional skills and credentials
• Participation in department meetings, coordination activities, and college-wide committees

• Master's degree with a major in psychology
• or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in psychology

• Prior teaching experience and familiarity with different learning styles with the experience/ability to incorporate the latest technology into teaching methods, including online and distance learning strategies like D2L
• Willingness to teach in-person and multimodal courses
• Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Karen, Karenni, Somali, Pohnpeian, French, Nuer, Anuak, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities
• Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations

• A complete online application will include a letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae (
  
  Note:
  
  applicants whose applications are incomplete will not be reviewed)
• Completing employment references and a driver’s license background check
• Minnesota State is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas
• All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US

Part-time faculty members are paid by number of credits taught each semester and the amount per credit ranges from $775.00
-$2,396.43 (depending on education and experience)

Part-time; varies based on student need

TBD

• 11 paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
• Pension Plan
• 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans
• Other retirement investment options
• Pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option)
• Dependent care accounts
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
• etc.

• Desired
  
  Start Date:
• Position End Date:
• Open Date: 07-01-2026
• Close Date: 06-30-2027

Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees, students, and the region thrive.

Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for students to reach their academic and career goals.

Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect.

We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Diversity and Inclusion:
We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities.

We recognize the value of diverse experiences and perspectives, which enhance our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.

Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Commitment:
Riverland is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution.

We welcome candidates who understand HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.

Student-Centered

Education:

With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and hands-on learning.

Riverland offers student-centered education that empowers individuals to succeed.

O…