Adjunct Faculty: Hmong Language Instructor

Adjunct Faculty:
Hmong Language Instructor

The Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies at Augsburg University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach one section of:

• HMO 111:
  Beginning Hmong I in Fall 2026 (9/2/2026 – 12/18/2026) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:10–11:40am and
• HMO 112:
  Beginning Hmong II in Spring 2027 (1/19/2027 – 5/7/2027) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:10–11:40am.

Applications will be accepted through July 24, 2026. In addition to teaching the class and grading student work, instructors are expected to respond to student questions through email, hold regularly scheduled office hours, reach out to students with course progress information, and communicate regularly with the course coordinator. Familiarity with Moodle preferred. Each course requires approximately 12-15 hours/week for 15-16 weeks.

The successful candidate will possess both a high level of intercultural competency and a commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation. The collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284, covers adjunct teaching at Augsburg University.

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

• $6,100 to $6,475 per undergraduate course
  * for the 2026-27 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 or 3-credit graduate 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 and work from Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction also applies to online courses.

Preferred Qualifications BA in a relevant field plus significant experience teaching Hmong, preferably at the college level. MA preferred.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and significant professional experience.

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following information at the time of application:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vita or Resume
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

Your cover letter should:

• Highlight your experience or interest in teaching at the university level
• Identify your general availability during the day

Professional references may be requested at a later date.