Adjunct, Department of Educational Studies

Rhode Island College; Providence, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,821,000 - 2,593,000; Part time

Job summary

Rhode Island College invites applications for an Adjunct faculty member in the Department of Educational Studies. The position supports teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and supervising student teachers or interns across its programs.

Qualified candidates will have relevant professional experience and licensure where applicable, along with strong communication, mentoring, and supervisory skills. The college values excellence, equity, inclusion, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in the field.
• Appropriate licensure, certification, or credentials, where applicable.
• Experience working with diverse learners and communities.
• Strong communication, mentoring, and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate or graduate content courses.
• Supervising practicum, internship, or seminar courses.
• Serving as a college supervisor.
• Supervising student teachers or interns in PK-12 settings or counseling, youth development, or wellness and exercise community organizations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Communication

Supervision

Job description

Adjunct, Department of Educational Studies

• Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as instructional and supervisory needs arise. The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development welcomes applications from individuals committed to excellence in teaching, mentoring, supervision, and professional preparation.

Classification Information

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Rate Per Credit Hour

Rate Per Credit Hour $1602/credit hour

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Adjunct, Department of Educational Studies

Department Name

Department Name Educational Studies Department

Academic or Calendar Year

School Name

School Name Feinstein School of Education and Human Development

Position Overview

The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development ( FSEHD ) at Rhode Island College prepares educators, counselors, school psychologists, wellness and exercise science, and youth development professionals who positively impact schools, communities, and the lives of children, youth, and adults. The FSEHD is committed to excellence, equity, inclusion, community engagement, and preparing highly qualified professionals throughout Rhode Island and beyond.

The FSEHD invites applications from qualified professionals interested in serving as adjunct faculty teaching content, practicum, or seminar courses and/or supervising student teachers or interns across its undergraduate and graduate programs.

Adjunct faculty may be assigned to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise clinical experiences, or facilitate seminars.

Department of Educational Studies – Programs

• Secondary Education
• English, Mathematics, or History/Social Studies
• Foundations of Education:
  • Introductory to Teaching ( FNED 101) and Learning
  • Schooling for Social Justice ( FNED 246)
• World Language Education

Assignments may include:

• Teaching undergraduate or graduate content courses.
• Teaching practicum, internship, or seminar courses.
• Serving as a college supervisor.
• Supervising student teachers or interns in PK-12 settings or counseling, youth development, or wellness and exercise community organizations.

Contact: Charlie McLaughlin, Chair of the Department of Educational Studies

Occasional Duties

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of the FSEHD .

Required Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in the field.
• Appropriate licensure, certification, or credentials, where applicable.
• Experience working with diverse learners and communities.
• Strong communication, mentoring, and supervisory skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree preferred.

Environmental Conditions

The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Number

Posting Number A00068

Benefits Eligible?

Benefits Eligible? No

Number of Positions Available

Number of Positions Available Multiple

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/09/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae

Rhode Island College
600 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
[phone]
www.ric.edu