Adjunct Faculty – California Multiple Subject Credential/MAT Programs (Remote)

UMass Global; California; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote options

403(b) plan with a Roth option

Tuition discounts

Equal Employment Opportunity

Reasonable Accommodation

Job summary

UMass Global invites applications for an online adjunct faculty position in California within the School of Education. The role centers on delivering high-quality, student-centered instruction in an online environment for credential/MAT programs.

A California teaching credential and current K-8 public school experience are required. The position emphasizes collaboration with faculty, regular student engagement, and use of LMS and video tools, with remote work options and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Education or related field.
• California Clear Multiple Subject/CLAD Credential required.
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in California K-8 schools.
• Experience teaching diverse student populations and using educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Teaching duties, mentoring, or supervising students.
• Preparing and delivering course content or assessments.
• Collaborating with faculty or staff for curriculum planning.
• Utilizing LMS and video platforms or similar tools.
• Attending required meetings, training, or development sessions.
• Holding virtual, weekly, open office hours for students.
• Engaging in program review and assessment activities as needed.
• Participating in calibration meetings related to PLOs, CLOs, and Professional Dispositions

Skills

Teaching experience

Educational technology

Diverse student populations

Education

Master’s Degree in Education

California Clear Multiple Subject/CLAD Credential

Job description

ABOUT US

University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning. With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.

ABOUT THE ROLE

School of Education Adjunct Faculty – California Multiple Subject Credential/MAT Programs Position Overview: Adjunct faculty within the University of Massachusetts Global’s School of Education play a vital role in delivering high-quality, student-centered instruction in an online learning environment. They bring real-world expertise and a commitment to fostering academic excellence for future educators and leaders. Adjunct instructors must be willing to engage with faculty, students, and other stakeholders to ensure well-rounded, rigorous learning experiences that offer students the highest levels of support. This position requires a California teaching credential and current California K-8 public school teaching experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibility 1: Teaching duties, mentoring, or supervising students.
• Responsibility 2: Preparing and delivering course content or assessments.
• Responsibility 3: Collaborating with faculty or staff for curriculum planning.
• Responsibility 4: Utilizing specific technologies or tools (e.g., LMS, video platforms).
• Responsibility 5: Attending required meetings, training, or development sessions.
• Responsibility 6: Holding virtual, weekly, open office hours for students.
• Responsibility 7: Engaging in program review and assessment activities as needed.
• Responsibility 8: Participating in calibration meetings relating to PLOs, CLOs, and Professional Dispositions

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or Higher in Education, Teaching and/or, Related Field California (CA) Clear Multiple Subject/CLAD Credential Minimum 5 years teaching experience in a California (K-8) schools.
• Experience teaching diverse student populations.
• Experience using educational technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in education or an educational related field.
• CA Administrative Credential.
• Experience teaching in higher education (online, hybrid)
• Trained assessor of or extensive knowledge of CalTPAs.
• Experience mentoring or supervising students or candidates.
• Experience using specific educational tools such as Go React and Rise Modules.
• Resides in the state of California.

Work Environment

A remote adjunct work environment is a flexible, virtual setting where instructors deliver course content, engage with students, and fulfill academic responsibilities from a remote location. This environment typically relies on digital communication tools, learning management systems (LMS), and virtual collaboration platforms to facilitate teaching and interaction.

Compensation

This course pays 23.17 per hour Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to; geographical location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Posting Details

The position will remain posted until 12/3/2026 or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been reached, whichever occurs first.

The university reserves the right to close the posting prior to the stated date once an adequate applicant pool has been established.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Work-Life Balance: Remote options and flexible schedules
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option
• Education: Tuition discounts
• Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.
• Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at [e-mail].

Join UMass Global

Help working adults change their lives through accessible, inclusive, and transformative education built for real life. As a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, we pair academic excellence with flexibility for today’s learners.

Careers With Impact At UMass Global

Your work supports adult students who are advancing their careers, families, and communities through education. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team helping them reach their goals.

Our Values in Action

Collaboration, integrity, innovation, and a focus on student success guide how we support one another.

Benefits and Flexibility

Team members enjoy competitive benefits and resources that support their wellbeing, professional growth, and work–life integration. Many roles offer flexible or remote-friendly arrangements that reflect the same real-life adaptability we provide our students.

Equal Opportunity

UMass Global is committed to an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.