Teaching Specialist​/Lecturer FY ; ICD

The Institute of Child Development, College of Education and Human Development at the University of Minnesota is looking for temporary, non-tenured Teaching Specialists or Lecturers to provide instruction on undergraduate or graduate courses in child development areas. Positions are paid per course and are filled on a semester-by-semester or as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Employment is contingent upon meeting course enrollment targets.

• Teach assigned in-person or online course at undergraduate or graduate level covering topics such as infant, adolescent, cognitive, language development, social and emotional development, disabilities, etc.
• Prepare course materials including syllabus.
• Attend all class meetings.
• Grade student materials (exams, papers, presentations, final exams).
• Submit grades.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Respond to student inquiries via email, phone, or in person.
• Be available for scheduled office hours.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree relevant to the teaching assignment required for appointment as Teaching Specialist.
• Doctorate or terminal degree relevant to the teaching assignment required for appointment as Lecturer.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience.

Pay Range: $3,275 - $3,775 per credit; depending on education, qualifications, and experience.

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

The University of Minnesota recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion and is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

We provide equal access to and opportunity in our programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.