Adjunct Faculty

Eastern Mennonite University; Harrisonburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 619,920 - 1,790,880; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Mennonite University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Teacher Education. The role involves teaching up to 9 credit hours per semester, with courses offered on campus in Harrisonburg, VA or online (asynchronous and/or synchronous).

Preference given to candidates with a PhD/EdD or substantial experience, K-12 background, and restorative justice in education knowledge. Start date September 2026; applications reviewed continuously.

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD in Education or related field preferred.
• Master’s degree with substantial professional experience required.
• K-12 experience and knowledge of restorative justice in education strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 9 credit hours per semester in Undergraduate and/or Graduate Teacher Education programs.
• Teaching on EMU’s campus in Harrisonburg, Virginia or online courses (asynchronous and/or synchronous).
• Graduate Teacher Education courses include restorative justice in education offerings.
• Undergraduate Teacher Education courses include instructional methods courses and practicum supervision.

Skills

K-12 experience

Restorative justice in education

Education

PhD or EdD in Education or related field preferred

Master’s degree with substantial professional experience

Job description

POSITION: Adjunct FacultyDEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: Teacher EducationPAY RANGE: $450 - $1,300 per semester credit hour (SCH). Faculty are contracted per SCH. Actual compensation within this range is determined by factors including academic credentials, relevant professional experience, discipline, and course enrollment. Courses with lower enrollment may be prorated within this range in accordance with university policy.QUALIFICATIONS: PhD or EdD in Education or related field preferred; Master’s degree with substantial professional experience required. K-12 experience and knowledge of restorative justice in education are strongly preferred.RESPONSIBILITIES: To serve as an adjunct faculty member for the Undergraduate and/or Graduate Teacher Education program(s), teaching up to 9 credit hours per semester. Include the following:Teaching opportunities may include EMU’s campus in Harrisonburg, Virginia or online courses consisting of asynchronous instruction and/or synchronous instruction.Graduate Teacher Education courses include restorative justice in education (RJE) offerings.Undergraduate Teacher Education courses include instructional methods courses and practicum placement supervision.APPOINTMENT DATE: Courses begin September 2026. EMU reserves the right to fill the position at any time or keep the position open.WHY TEACH AT EMU?Opportunity to teach and mentor students in your area of expertiseFlexible scheduling that compliments a clinical practice, research, or other professional workBe part of a campus community focused on academic excellence, peace and justice, and active faithINQUIRIES: Application review begins immediately and is ongoing. Application materials including cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and contact information for three professional references should be submitted with the application. The cover letter should include information on how the candidate's experience will contribute to EMU's mission. The final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts upon hire.HOW TO APPLY: Select Apply and follow instructions. If you are a current employee, log into your Paycom account to apply.Eastern Mennonite University (http://www.emu.edu) is a private, faith-based, liberal arts university in Harrisonburg, Virginia known for academic excellence and affordability with a focus on service, social justice, and global engagement. With more than 1500 students studying at our main campus in Harrisonburg, Virginia; at our Lancaster, Pennsylvania instructional site; and online, EMU offers rigorous academic study at the undergraduate and graduate level.EMU is committed to an inclusive and equitable campus community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and can be their authentic self. Our goal is to remove the barriers that underrepresented and marginalized groups have frequently encountered in our society. We commit to address the structures that produce discrimination, racial injustice, gender inequities and other forms of oppression, and to fully include LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other members of historically minoritized communities.EMU encourages students, faculty and staff to live their faith and values through service to others, peacemaking, cross-cultural engagement and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMU is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who would deepen the diversity of the University.