Adjunct Faculty, Literacy Studies Practicum Course

Hofstra Medical Legal Partnership; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 2,008,540 - 2,533,406; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in New York seeks an experienced adjunct faculty member for Lit Studies Practicum courses. The role requires teaching formative assessments and literacy instruction, and supervising interns at the Reading/Writing Learning Clinic. Candidates must hold a MSED in Literacy Studies with necessary certifications and demonstrate a commitment to equity and diversity in education. This position offers compensation of $1,458–$1,839 per credit hour and a deadline for applications on January 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• An earned MSED in Literacy Studies with NY State Literacy Specialist Certification is required.
• Initial certification in ELED or secondary education is required.
• Demonstrated record of working with graduate students in a Literacy Studies Program.

Responsibilities

• Teach Literacy Studies Practicum courses focused on formative assessment and literacy instruction.
• Design and implement assessment‑driven instructional plans.
• Supervise and mentor interns in literacy support.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Assessment-driven planning

Collaboration

Equity and diversity promotion

Education

MSED in Literacy Studies

NY State Literacy Specialist Certification

Initial certification in ELED or secondary education

Job description

Position Overview

At Hofstra University, the School of Education invites applications for an adjunct faculty position to lead our Literacy Studies Practicum courses in the Department of Specialized Programs. The role includes teaching formative reading and writing evaluations, assessment‑driven instructional planning, collaborative learning, multimodal literacy invitations, and strategy assessments. Candidates will also supervise interns in the small‑group literacy support clinic.

Responsibilities

• Teach Literacy Studies Practicum courses focused on formative assessment, multimodal literacy instruction, and collaborative learning.
• Design and implement assessment‑driven instructional plans incorporating literature engagement and strategy assessment.
• Supervise and mentor interns in small‑group literacy support for readers at the Reading/Writing Learning Clinic.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in the learning environment.

Qualifications

• An earned MSED in Literacy Studies with NY State Literacy Specialist Certification is required.
• Initial certification in ELED or secondary education is required.
• Demonstrated record of working with graduate students in a Literacy Studies Program.
• Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in an educational environment, and assessment‑driven instructional.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching K‑12 public school literacy and literacy support.

Application Requirements

• Teaching statement with evidence of effectiveness as an educator and an inclusive learning approach.
• Phone number and email address of three professional references.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• References
• Evidence of Effectiveness as an Educator

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary

$1,458–$1,839 per credit hour

Deadline

January 15, 2026