• Teach a variety of English courses
• Participate in assessment of student academic achievement at classroom, department, and college level
• Participate in the larger college community through a variety of activities (e.g., curriculum development, service on committees, student life, etc.)
• Some travel is necessary (as needed)
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations

Education Requirement

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

RIDGEWATER COLLEGE INSTITUTION INFORMATION:
A Minnesota community and technical college, Ridgewater offers more than 100 educational programs in transfer education, transfer options, and technical education. In fact, some of our programs are unique in not only Minnesota but also the nation.
With campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Ridgewater serves more than 5,500 students.

EQUITY STATEMENT: Ridgewater College is committed to providing welcoming and inclusive campuses that value and respect the unique experiences, needs and contributions of individuals and groups from every background and identity to ensure that each student, employee and community member has a genuine opportunity for participation and success.

VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.

MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
• Enterprising – We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
• Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
• Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
• Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
• Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
• Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
• Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.

RIDGEWATER’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION:
https://www.ridgewater.edu/news/ridgewaters-commitment-to-equity-and-inclusion/

DIVERSITY AND EQUITY PLAN:
https://www.ridgewater.edu/about/college-governance/diversity-equity/

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637 or email careers.mmb@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed