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As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for interior design faculty in the United States is $25.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Interior Design Faculty, you need advanced knowledge in interior design principles, a relevant degree (often a master's or higher), and teaching experience. Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite, as well as experience with curriculum development and assessment tools, is essential. Outstanding communication, mentorship, and critical thinking skills help you engage students and foster a productive learning environment. These competencies are crucial for effectively preparing students for design careers and maintaining high educational standards.

What is the difference between Interior Design Faculty vs Interior Design Instructor?

AspectInterior Design FacultyInterior Design Instructor
CredentialsTypically requires a master's or doctoral degree in interior design or related fieldOften requires a bachelor's degree; some positions prefer a master's
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, academic settingsTrade schools, community colleges, workshops
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, universitiesVocational schools, technical colleges
Common Search & ComparisonAcademic roles, university teachingPractical teaching, skill-based instruction

Interior Design Faculty generally hold advanced degrees and teach at universities or colleges, focusing on academic and research responsibilities. Interior Design Instructor may have similar credentials but often work in vocational or technical settings, emphasizing practical skills training. Both roles involve teaching interior design but differ mainly in educational level and work environment.

What are some common challenges Interior Design Faculty members face when balancing teaching responsibilities with staying current in the industry?

Interior Design Faculty often juggle a heavy teaching load, student mentorship, and administrative tasks while also striving to keep their industry knowledge up to date. Staying current typically requires attending conferences, participating in professional organizations, and engaging in ongoing research or design practice. Balancing these demands can be challenging, but many institutions support faculty through professional development opportunities and flexible schedules. Faculty members often collaborate with industry partners and alumni to bring real-world perspectives into the classroom, benefiting both their students and their own professional growth.

What are Interior Design Faculty?

Interior Design Faculty are educators at colleges, universities, or design institutes who teach courses related to interior design. They are responsible for developing curriculum, instructing students in design theory and practice, mentoring aspiring designers, and staying current with industry trends. In addition to teaching, they may conduct research, participate in academic committees, and collaborate with industry professionals to ensure their programs meet accreditation standards and reflect contemporary practices.
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Interior Design/Kitchen & Bath Design Faculty

Minnstate

White Bear Lake, MN โ€ข Hybrid

$71K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Interior Design/Kitchen & Bath Design Faculty

Institution:

Century College

Classification Title:

Tech College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

210: Minnesota State College Faculty

City:

White Bear Lake

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

Job Description

Position Responsibilities

This position requires the following knowledge and abilities:

  • Strong discipline, expertise and teaching courses in Kitchen & Bath design, as well as Interior Design.

  • Teach courses at a variety of times and/or delivery models such as days, evenings, face-to-face in the classroom, in hybrid formats, and online (synchronous and asynchronous).

  • Design and teach courses in the approved curriculum using teaching methods that support the success of diverse students.

  • Assess student learning and academic achievement at classroom, department/program, and college levels.

  • Shared department responsibilities such as budgets, schedules, articulation agreements, program reviews, program assessment, curricula development, external partnerships, and staffing.

  • Available and willing to be actively engaged in college community and activities around student success, such as student activities, clubs, and advising.

  • Participate in service to the college and the greater community, such as college-wide committees and external partnerships.

  • Participate in achieving annual college, division, and departmental priorities.

  • Continually develop expertise in the field and in teaching through professional development.

Salary Range:

Salary and benefits will be based on the collective bargaining agreement between Minnesota State College Faculty (MSCF) and the State of Minnesota. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary min: $47,185 / Salary max: $71,893*

(Column max: $98,660)

*Existing faculty would keep their current salary or candidates with higher education levels could be placed higher in the salary range.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement:

  • Bachelor's degree in interior design, OR

  • Bachelor's degree in any discipline/field with 60 semester credits in interior design

Occupational Experience Requirement:

  • Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience as an Interior Designer or Kitchen & Bath Designer.

Recency Requirement:

  • One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Preferred Qualification

  • Certified or in process of obtaining CKBD certification by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (CKBD)

  • Experience in fostering equity-focused working and learning environment, serving a culturally, ethnically/racially, economically, and linguistically diverse college community.

  • Teaching experience at the community/technical college level or demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision, and values of community and technical colleges.

  • Experience in course design and teaching in at least two or more of the following instructional modalities: face-to-face in the classroom, hybrid (online and face-to-face), online synchronous or online asynchronous.

  • Experience in teaching with active and/or experiential learning strategies.

  • Experience in assessment of student learning that includes a variety of summative and formative strategies.

  • Evidence of active and continuous professional development.

Other Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver's license background check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Depends on the assigned classes.

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes - some online teaching may be possible but, **The position does include on campus instruction.**

Application Procedure

Internal Applicants - Please make sure your applications materials reflect how you appear in Workday.

All current Century College and Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

External Applicants - Please make sure to use your legal name on your application materials.

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access thecareer siteto search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State.

Please upload the following documents to your application.

  • Cover letter/letter of interest

  • Current Resume/CV.

  • Unofficial Transcripts - (Unofficial transcripts are required for all applicants. If foreign transcripts are being submitted, they must include an official transcript evaluation which interprets equivalency to U.S. graduate credits.)

  • Teaching Philosophy - A philosophy of teaching that successfully integrates data-driven, student-centered, and equity-focused learning techniques to create an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student population.

You can upload the required application documents under the cover letter/resume section with a maximum total of 5 documents.If you have more than that then they will need to combine documents to upload. Photographs do not download with the rest of your application documents, so please make sure all of your documents are PDF or Word documents.

These documents should be word documents or PDF (no jpeg) and are required for your application to be considered complete so not attaching all the required documentation will not allow you to move forward in the process.

Candidates having issues with job applications (i.e., unable to apply) or needing accommodations can email:careers@minnstate.edu . Inquiries about application status or general questions about the position should be directed to jobs@century.edu

For additional information about the application process, go to our Employment page on our main Century College site, https://www.century.edu/home/employment/, click on Current Employment Opportunities for more information

About

Century College is a 2-year community and technical college in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. As one of the largest two-year colleges in Minnesota, we servenearly18,000 credit and non-credit students every year.

We offerdegrees, diplomas, certificates, and coursesin general education and transfer, business, human services, health sciences, technology, engineering, applied design, industrial, andnon-credit workforce training.

With variousstudent supportandstudent lifeopportunities, including athletics, student clubs and organizations, campus theatre, Multicultural Center, LGBTQ Center, Veterans Center, and much more, Century College provides a welcoming and vibrant campus community.

As a "community" college, we care about our locality. We are engaged, connected, and a resource within our local communities, including K-12 and workforce/industry partners.

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To learn more about Century College or Minnesota State, visit https://www.century.edu/ or www.minnstate.edu

For questions, please contact Century College Human Resources at jobs@century.edu

Notice of Annual Security Report Availability: Century College is committed to assisting all members of our community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the Century College Department of Public Safety website at https://www.century.edu/home/public-safety If you would like to receive a paper copy of the Annual Security Report which contains this information, you can contact the Century College Department of Public Safety on East Campus room E1411 or by calling 651-444-2910.

Link to Century College's Non-Discrimination Statement

https://www.century.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement

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:

08-19-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

05-18-2026

Close Date:

06-08-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Kim Claggett

Posting Contact Email:

kim.claggett@century.edu