Teaching Specialist​/Lecturer FY ; ICD

About the Job

The Institute of Child Development, College of Education and Human Development, continually accepts resumes for teaching positions that may open up during the academic year or summer session. Applications are reviewed as openings occur, and individual applicants are invited to interview when their skills or areas of expertise match a specific opening. These temporary, non‑tenured Academic Professional and Administrative (P&A) positions are Teaching Specialist or Lecturer, paid on a per‑course basis for the Institute of Child Development – Department of Child Psychology at the University of Minnesota.

Coursework and research focus on the central cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological processes that underlie the development of infants, children, and youth. The position is based on campus; work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager. 100% remote work requires prior approval.

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

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

• 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.

• 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 recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its 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.