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Working Title:
Adjunct Business, General Instructor
Institution:
Riverland Community College
Classification Title:
Community College Faculty
Bargaining Unit / Union:
218: Non-Unit
City:
RIVR - Owatonna Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$43,067.00 - $96,601.00
Job Description
We are seeking an instructor dedicated to excellence in teaching who desires to make a difference in the lives of our students. This teaching assignment is located on the Owatonna Campus. The instructor may be assigned to teach in a traditional classroom, a virtual (online) classroom, or both (multimodal).
Activities related to comprehensive community college teaching and learning, including but not limited to:
Instructional planning and delivery;
Teaching and facilitating student learning;
Curriculum planning and development;
Assessment of student performance;
Classroom management;
Maintenance of professional skills and credentials;
Participation in department meetings, coordination activities, and college-wide committees.
The candidate must be able to work cooperatively with faculty and staff, demonstrate knowledge of and experience in assessing student learning outcomes, participate in department meetings and college-wide committees, and maintain ongoing professional development activities.
Salary Range:
Part-time faculty members are paid by number of credits taught each semester and the amount per credit ranges from $775.00-$2,396.43 (depending on education and experience).
Minimum Qualifications
Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications. Please enter your experience in chronological order, including the month and year of employment.
Education Requirement:
Master's degree in business administration or business management; -OR- Master's degree with a minimum of 27 graduate quarter/18 semester credits in business administration and/or business management.
Preferred Qualification
Prior teaching experience and familiarity with different learning styles with the experience/ability to incorporate the latest technology into teaching methods, including online and distance learning strategies like D2L.
Willingness to teach in-person and multimodal courses.
Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Karen, Karenni, Somali, Pohnpeian, French, Nuer, Anuak, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.
Other Requirements
A complete online application will include a letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae. Please note that the search committee will not review incomplete applications.
This position requires completing employment references and a driver's license background check.
Minnesota State is unable to sponsor Applicants for work visas. All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
If you would like to request an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Aimee Sue Larson at aimee.larson@riverland.edu
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Part-time; varies based on student need, course modality, and delivery.
Telework (Yes/No)
TBD
About
Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees, students, and the region thrive. Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for students to reach their academic and career goals. Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect.
We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities. We recognize the value of diverse experiences and perspectives, which enhance our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Commitment : Riverland is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. We welcome candidates who understand HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.
Student-Centered Education: With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and hands-on learning. Riverland offers student-centered education that empowers individuals to succeed. Our diverse range of credit and non-credit courses caters to various learning modalities.
Program Offerings: With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin, and Owatonna, Riverland offers associate degrees in over 90 career options, liberal arts and sciences, and customized training, providing comprehensive educational opportunities for all.
Community and Quality of Life: Located in southern Minnesota, our region boasts excellent public and parochial education systems, diverse recreational activities for all seasons, and upscale communities that enrich personal and professional lives.
Join Riverland Community College, where dedication to employees, students, and the region drives excellence in education and service.
To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State, visit www.riverland.edu or
www.minnstate.edu
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date:
Open Date:
04-03-2026
Close Date:
06-30-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Mary Ellen Greeley Abdo
Posting Contact Email:
Mary.Abdo@riverland.edu
