Youth Studies Instructor & Mentor — Remote/Hybrid

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 1,800 - 2,600; Full time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking to hire instructors for Youth Studies (YOST) and Youth Development Leadership (YDL) programs. The role involves teaching, advising, and developing course materials to support student learning objectives, with emphasis on inclusive practice and engaging with Canvas for course delivery.

Appointments are semester-based and contingent on enrollment targets. This pool will be used to fill as-needed openings during the academic year; remote work may be approved

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field.
• Knowledge of the course content area.
• Training/Teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in written work.
• Must be able to meet at the assigned class time, schedule office hours, and meet with School of Social Work personnel as necessary for the preparation and delivery of the course.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Attend class meetings and deliver course content.
• Evaluate student performance and submit grading.
• Respond to student inquiries and meet with students.
• Meet with appropriate faculty and gather information as needed.
• Develop course content and syllabus.
• Prepare course materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Clear communication

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Student engagement

Education

Master's degree in related field

Graduate coursework beyond master's level

Tools

Canvas

Job description

The University of Minnesota is seeking to hire instructors for Youth Studies (YOST) and Youth Development Leadership (YDL) programs. The role involves teaching, advising, and developing course materials to support student learning objectives, with emphasis on inclusive practice and engaging with Canvas for course delivery.

Appointments are semester-based and contingent on enrollment targets. This pool will be used to fill as-needed openings during the academic year; remote work may be approved