Adjunct Instructor Jobs for OPT Students
Adjunct Instructor roles can qualify for OPT work authorization when the position aligns with your degree field. Most adjunct roles are part-time, so confirm your weekly hours meet USCIS reporting requirements. STEM OPT extensions may apply if your field qualifies and the institution is a qualifying employer.
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Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.
Augsburg's Statement of Commitment on Equity
We believe that education is the key to healthy, meaningful and productive lives for individuals, as well as to the vibrancy of our democracy. Augsburg University is dedicated to achieving an educational experience free from the barriers of poverty, racism, and discrimination so that students can fully realize their unique gifts. Recognizing that higher education's democratic promise is compromised by systemic and systematic barriers to college access and completion, Augsburg is called to stand for equity in everything we do to fulfill our academic mission, serve our students and engage our fellow citizens.
Job Description
Augsburg University seeks a beginning Dakota language instructor, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:30pm-8:45pm. One course per semester. Instructor will have autonomy in designing and running the course including all pedagogical materials.
Compensation & Benefits
Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284
- $5,800 to $6,175 per undergraduate course* for the 2025-26 academic year
- Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match
- Tuition discount for employees and dependents
- Transit pass discount
- Not eligible for healthcare benefits
*Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.
Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.
Qualifications
BA in relevant field plus significant experience teaching Dakota, preferably at the college level. MA preferred. Candidates must submit a CV, a letter of interest, and arrange for two references that address the candidate's teaching ability to be forwarded under separate cover. Candidates will be considered until position is filled. Augsburg University is an AA/EO employer.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.
Company Description
Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.
Augsburg's Statement of Commitment on Equity
We believe that education is the key to healthy, meaningful and productive lives for individuals, as well as to the vibrancy of our democracy. Augsburg University is dedicated to achieving an educational experience free from the barriers of poverty, racism, and discrimination so that students can fully realize their unique gifts. Recognizing that higher education's democratic promise is compromised by systemic and systematic barriers to college access and completion, Augsburg is called to stand for equity in everything we do to fulfill our academic mission, serve our students and engage our fellow citizens.
Job Description
Augsburg University seeks a beginning Dakota language instructor, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:30pm-8:45pm. One course per semester. Instructor will have autonomy in designing and running the course including all pedagogical materials.
Compensation & Benefits
Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284
- $5,800 to $6,175 per undergraduate course* for the 2025-26 academic year
- Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match
- Tuition discount for employees and dependents
- Transit pass discount
- Not eligible for healthcare benefits
*Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.
Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.
Qualifications
BA in relevant field plus significant experience teaching Dakota, preferably at the college level. MA preferred. Candidates must submit a CV, a letter of interest, and arrange for two references that address the candidate's teaching ability to be forwarded under separate cover. Candidates will be considered until position is filled. Augsburg University is an AA/EO employer.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Adjunct Instructor
Confirm your field alignment before applying
USCIS requires OPT employment to be directly related to your degree. An adjunct teaching role must connect to your major field of study, not just any subject the institution needs covered. Verify the match before accepting an offer.
Understand the part-time hour requirements
Pre-completion OPT requires fewer than 20 hours per week. Post-completion OPT requires at least 20 hours weekly to count as qualifying employment. Adjunct positions vary widely in load, so confirm your contracted hours with HR before starting.
Ask HR about the institutional EIN upfront
Your DSO needs the employer's Employer Identification Number to update SEVIS. Many adjunct contracts skip this detail. Request it from HR or the department coordinator early so your SEVIS record reflects accurate employment information without delays.
Document each contract period carefully
Adjunct roles are often semester-by-semester. Each new contract technically represents a new employment period. Keep copies of all offer letters and contracts to demonstrate continuous qualifying employment if USCIS ever reviews your OPT work history.
Check if the institution qualifies for STEM OPT
For STEM OPT extension eligibility, the employer must use E-Verify. Community colleges and smaller institutions sometimes do not. Confirm E-Verify enrollment with HR before relying on a STEM extension timeline built around that specific adjunct position.
Report employer changes to your DSO within 10 days
If you move between institutions or add a second adjunct appointment, USCIS rules require updating your DSO within 10 days. Adjunct instructors frequently hold concurrent appointments, and each one must be reported separately to stay in compliance.
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Does an adjunct instructor position qualify as OPT employment?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. USCIS does not require a minimum number of hours per week for post-completion OPT, but you must work at least 20 hours weekly to maintain valid OPT status. The subject you teach and the degree you hold must have a clear connection that your DSO can document in SEVIS.
Can I hold adjunct positions at more than one institution on OPT?
Yes, you can hold multiple concurrent adjunct appointments on OPT. Each employer counts separately toward your 20-hour minimum, and you must report every employer to your DSO within 10 days of starting. The combined hours across all positions must total at least 20 per week, and each role must independently relate to your degree field.
Do adjunct instructor roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, but two conditions must be met. First, your degree must be in a STEM-designated field as listed on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Second, the hiring institution must be enrolled in E-Verify. Many smaller colleges and community colleges are not E-Verify participants, so confirm this before building your extension timeline around a specific adjunct position.
How do I find adjunct instructor jobs that are open to OPT students?
Most institutions do not explicitly advertise OPT-friendly positions, but they are generally permitted to hire F-1 students on OPT without filing any additional immigration paperwork. Migrate Mate lists adjunct instructor and other academic roles where employers are open to candidates on work authorization, making it easier to identify relevant opportunities without sorting through listings that require permanent residency or citizenship.
What happens to my OPT status if my adjunct contract ends between semesters?
Short gaps between semester contracts are generally acceptable under USCIS's unemployment day rules, which allow up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT and 150 days during STEM OPT extension. However, gaps still count toward that limit. If your contract ends and you do not have a new one starting soon, begin searching for a new qualifying position immediately to avoid exceeding the unemployment threshold.
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