Adjunct, Education & Special Education Program (Birth - 2)

Touro University

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 39,060 - 44,640

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full range of Health Plans

Retirement Plan (403b)

Touro University Tuition Exemption Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Touro University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for their Education & Special Education Program in New York. This part-time position involves teaching graduate course sections in key educational areas and supervising master's degree candidates. Candidates must hold a master's degree and current certifications in Early Childhood and Special Education, along with strong teaching and communication skills. The role also offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, including health plans and a tuition exemption program.

Qualifications

Masters Degree required, earned doctorate preferred.
Current certification in Early Childhood Education and Special Education is a must.
Successful graduate-level teaching experience, face-to-face and/or online.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate course sections in various education areas.
Participate in an Adjunct/Full Time Instructors’ Learning Community.
May supervise candidates during clinical practice.

Skills

Teaching experience for diverse students

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Knowledge of teacher certification examinations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in online learning platforms

Education

Masters Degree in Curriculum, Instruction, Special Education

Job description

Adjunct, Education & Special Education Program (Birth - 2)

Overview

The Adjunct Instructor works with the Program Chair and Lead Course Instructor to teach program courses. The Adjunct Instructor is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and advises and supervises master’s degree candidates, actively participates in faculty collaborative learning, and demonstrates scholarly productivity.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate course sections (on campus and online) in one or more of the following areas: child/adolescent development; assessment; teaching students with disabilities; literacy instruction; mathematics and science instruction; educational technology; history and philosophy of general and special education
Courses are pre-designed in a standard format. Participation in an Adjunct/Full Time Instructors’ Learning Community is expected.
May supervise candidates during clinical practice.
Support program advisement for candidates.
Uphold the missions and values of Touro College and the GSE.

Qualifications

Masters Degree required, earned doctorate preferred, in Curriculum, Instruction, Special Education, or related field
Current certification in Early Childhood Education and in Special Education
Successful classroom teaching experience, Birth – Grade 2, of diverse students
Successful graduate-level teaching experience, face-to-face and/or online
Successful leadership experience
Experience in course and program design
Successful experience supervising degree candidates in clinical field placements, if assigned for clinical supervision
Commitment to culturally relevant and sustaining pedagogy
Knowledge of NYSED teacher certification examinations
Excellent communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
Proficiency in online learning platforms including Canvas and Zoom
Travel: Occasional travel to Program Meetings at Touro College locations.

Maximum Salary

USD $4,000.00/Sem

Minimum Salary

USD $3,500.00/Sem

Benefits

Full range of Health Plans
- Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D, and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre‑tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
- Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
- Annual Holiday Schedule

All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first. Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment. Inquiries or complaints concerning the non‑discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646‑565‑6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646‑565‑6000 x55330.

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