Job ID349264 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyEducation-General Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9754 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin About the Job The Department of Chicano and Latino Studies in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota occasionally needs teaching specialists or lecturers to teach courses that cannot be staffed by regular faculty or graduate students. Openings of this kind sometime occur for teaching evening and summer session, as well as day courses and courses offered through Independent and Distance Learning. The courses are primarily introductory or survey courses. Appointments may be full-time or part-time and may be limited to one semester The Department of Chicano and Latino Studies at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a part-time Teaching Specialist or Lecturer to begin on August 28, 2023 and end May 26, 2024. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in-person undergraduate courses. The courses are part of the department's curriculum and may include Latinos in the United States, a large lecture course assisted by a TA, to regular courses on Chicano/a/x History, Politics, Latino Social Movements, and community engaged learning. In addition, they will hold office hours to assist and advise students. Attendance in departmental meetings, academic and community outreach events hosted by the department is recommended but not required. Applicants who have not completed the Ph.D. will be appointed at the Teaching Specialist level; those with a Ph.D. will be appointed at the Lecturer level. Develop and teach courses Advise students regarding both specific coursework and broader academic or career goals Engage in research and publication, and/or artistic or scientific creation. Provide service through participation in governance of the department and/or the University Contribute to the development of the profession through participation in national and/or international associations, publications, and/or other related activities Continue personal growth within the profession, keep current with the field, and broaden knowledge and expertise Contribute to outreach activities that support the unit's mission. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: B.A. in Chicano Studies or related field Preferred Qualifications: Master's level or higher. College/University level teaching experiences is preferred. Candidates will be evaluated according to (a) overall quality of their academic preparation and scholarly work, (b) evidence of research ability, (c) evidence of commitment to teaching and skills as a teacher, (d) strengths of letters of recommendations, (e) success in administrating undergraduate and/or graduate curriculum About the Department The Department of Chicano and Latino Studies holds the vision inspired by words taken from El Plan de Santa Barbara, the founding document of a national movement to establish Chicano Studies at the University: "We take as our credo what Jose Vasconcelos once said at a time of crisis and hope: 'At this moment we do not come to work for the University, but to demand that the University work for our people.' To that end, we strive to achieve our departmental mission by offering a rigorous undergraduate degree program that is complemented by extensive civic engagement, outreach efforts, and public programming activities. Home to the arts, social sciences and humanities disciplines and programs, the College of Liberal Arts is the largest college in the University of Minnesota and comprises 31 academic departments, and over 20 interdisciplinary research centers and administrative/support units. CLA has over 1,300 faculty and staff spanning research, teaching, advising, outreach, and administrative functions. CLA units reside in over twenty buildings on the East Bank and West Bank of the Twin Cities campus. CLA enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate students, over 40% of the undergraduate enrollment on the Twin Cities campu , 1,400 graduate students, and has an annual all-funds budget of $290 million. CLA is a destination for curious, compassionate individuals who are committed to making our increasingly interdependent and diverse global community work for everyone. That . CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints-so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences. How To Apply 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. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity Employment Requirements 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. About the U of M 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. 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