Adjunct-Native Studies

The College of St. Scholastica; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of St. Scholastica invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate Ojibwe language and culture courses in Duluth, MN. The role emphasizes strong college teaching skills and curriculum development.

Qualified applicants hold an MA in Ojibwe language and culture (or related field) with native or near-native fluency in Ojibwemowin and English; PhD/EdD is preferred. Teaching other Native Studies courses may be possible.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold an M.A. in Ojibwe language, and culture studies, a related field, or equivalent experience is required.
• Native or near-native fluency in Ojibwemowin and English is required.
• Possible areas of specialization include Education, Native American Studies, and Indigenous Art and Music.
• The successful candidate will have teaching experience and demonstrate a dedication to working with diverse communities, specifically tribal communities.
• First-hand knowledge of traditional belief systems in Ojibwe communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginning and intermediate Ojibwe language with the possibility of creating an advanced course in the language.
• Ability to teach additional courses in Native Studies if applicable.

Skills

Ojibwe language fluency

English proficiency

Teaching experience

Education

MA in Ojibwe language and culture

PhD/EdD in Ojibwemowin or related field (preferred)

Job description

Rate or rates of pay: $1,020 per credit for undergraduate courses; $1,112 per credit for undergraduate courses after 40 credits are taught within a five-year period; $1,352 per credit for graduate courses. Any future updates to per credit rates of pay will be reflected within the electronic contract.

Job Summary

The College of St. Scholastica has an opening for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate introductory and intermediate courses in Ojibwe language and culture. Applicants with proven teaching skills at the college level are encouraged to apply.

Key Results/Responsibilities

• Teach beginning and intermediate Ojibwe language with the possibility of creating an advanced course in the language.
• Ability to teach additional courses in Native Studies if applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Candidate must hold an M.A. in Ojibwe language, and culture studies, a related field, or equivalent experience is required.
• Native or near-native fluency in Ojibwemowin and English is required.
• Possible areas of specialization include Education, Native American Studies, and Indigenous Art and Music.
• The successful candidate will have teaching experience and demonstrate a dedication to working with diverse communities, specifically tribal communities.
• First-hand knowledge of traditional belief systems in Ojibwe communities is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D./Ed.D. (preferred) in Ojibwemowin, Linguistics, or a closely related field. Experience teaching in higher education.