Adjunct Teaching Specialist

The College of Education & Human Development's Career Services is hiring Adjunct Instructors/Teaching Specialists for the 2-credit undergraduate course EDHD 2701: Planning for Your Career. This course is designed to support CEHD first and second year students in the process of discovering career paths and connecting them to majors and academic experiences. The course emphasizes building relationships, defining personal success, and preparing for internships and other career-related opportunities. A key responsibility of the Adjunct Instructor is to actively support and advance the University's commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This position will support CEHD Career Services' strategic priority of critically assessing social justice and anti-racism.

This posting is designed to establish a pool of instructors.These are temporary, non-tenured, Academic Professional and Administrative (P&A) positions as Adjunct Instructor/Teaching Specialist on a per course basis. Typically these appointments are made semester by semester or in the summer, and employment is contingent on the course meeting its enrollment target. This appointment is specifically for the Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 semesters. This position is based on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager.

Job Responsibilities Teaching (90%)

• Lead class meetings and deliver course content to undergraduate students.
• Evaluate student performance and submit grading.
• Grade student materials including exams, papers, presentations, and final exams.
• Respond to student inquiries and meet with students.
• Teach assigned course topics about major and career exploration, self assessments, labor market information, job search techniques, networking and social capital, experiential learning resources, decision making and life planning.
• Prepare in-class and online (Canvas) course materials based on the provided syllabus.
• Participate in instructor orientation and regular consultations with other instructors and advisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Student Advising (10%)

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

The salary for this position is $2,000 per credit; pay is determined based on per credit rate structure and depending on education, qualification, experience and specific job duties.

Time Appointment: 25%

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree required for Adjunct Instructor/Teaching Specialist roles.
• Experience teaching career exploration or personal development topics to teens and young adults.
• Evidence of attention to diverse identities in teaching or professional experience, and the commitment to support the University's work in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at a university level.
• Knowledge of career development theories and practices.
• Experience with student support programs such as TRIO SSS, specifically dedicated to the success of low-income or first-generation students, and other students with marginalized identities through asset-based advocacy and the demystification of the "hidden curriculum" of higher education.

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) Student Services, which includes Academic Advising and Career Services, supports the mission of the college by facilitating access, admission, retention, graduation, and development of a diverse population of lifelong learners. We believe engaging with diverse and dynamic ideas, worldviews, situations, and communities is necessary to fulfill our mission, and that we have a responsibility to address fundamental issues of bias, discrimination, and exclusion.

Career Services supports CEHD undergraduate and graduate students, and recent alumni. The mission of CEHD Career Services is to support students' career readiness by:

1. Cultivating a culture of career
2. Empowering students to navigate their career development, which includes knowing oneself, exploring possibilities, engaging, making decisions and setting goals
3. Critically assessing equity, inclusion and social justice.

CEHD strives to be a welcoming, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and diverse experiences. We strongly encourage you to apply if you are from a marginalized or underrepresented group. If you believe this is a role that you'll be excited to work in every day, want to be a part of a culture like ours, and are passionate about supporting students, please apply even if you might not match every qualification in the description.

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. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

The University of Minnesota (UMN) encourages a healthy work life balance for employees. CEHD is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.

Pay Range: $4,000 total ($2,000 per credit); depending on education/qualifications/experience.

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

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 or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.