Adjunct Faculty School of Ed

St. John's University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative university is seeking passionate adjunct faculty members to join its School of Education. This role offers the opportunity to teach a diverse range of subjects, including leadership preparation, counseling, and curriculum development. Ideal candidates will possess a master's or doctoral degree and have a strong commitment to educational excellence and inclusivity. With a collaborative spirit, you will engage with students both in person and online, contributing to their professional growth in a supportive environment. If you are dedicated to fostering an anti-racist educational framework and have the qualifications to inspire future educators, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a master's or doctoral degree in the applicable field.
• At least three years of classroom teaching or professional counseling experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate students pursuing degrees leading to state certification.
• Classes are in person and online, both synchronously and asynchronously.

Skills

Public speaking

Teaching

Technology skills

Collaborative spirit

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Videoconferencing software

Learning management systems

Job description

Department: Multiple Departments of the School of Education

Specific Job Title: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Department Chairpersons

Campus: Queens

Job Summary:

Multiple departments within the School of Education at St. John’s University seek applicants for adjunct faculty positions to begin the Spring 2024 semester and beyond. The needs of the departments will determine the courses. The usual needs for each department are noted below.

Administrative and Instructional Leadership
Seeking candidates with experience as school building and district leaders or higher education leadership experience. Ability to teach leadership preparation courses or doctoral courses in theory, technology, and culturally responsive pedagogy.

Counselor Education
Seeking candidates with a strong Counselor Identity, preferably graduates of Counselor Education programs, who could teach in any of the eight CACREP core areas, or within the school counseling or clinical mental health counseling specialization courses. A preferred qualification is a Doctoral Degree from a CACREP-accredited Counselor Education program or related field.

Curriculum and Instruction
Seeking candidates to teach foundations of education, special education, human learning and development, methodology for various disciplines, instructional technology, human relations and multiculturalism, classroom management, art and music in inclusive settings, and assessment.

Education Specialties
Seeking candidates with terminal degrees, preparation, teaching experience, and certification in one or more of the following areas: Special Education, PK-12. TESOL (ENL), PK-12, Literacy, PK-12, Literacy Online Doctoral level. Knowledge and skill in online CANVAS preferred.

Essential Functions:
The primary responsibility for this position is teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students pursuing degrees leading to state certification. Classes are in person (at the address: 8000 Utopia Parkway, Queens, NY 11439) and online, both synchronously and asynchronously. For asynchronous classes, a certificate is required.

Qualifications:

Required Education: Candidates must have a master’s or doctoral degree within the field of the applicable department.

Required Teaching Experience: Candidates should have at least three years of classroom teaching or professional counseling experience, with a preference for candidates fully certified in their area of expertise.

Required Skills and Characteristics: Public speaking and teaching; technology skills to include administrative functions (e.g. email, Microsoft Office products, videoconferencing software) and teaching functions (e.g. learning management systems, interactive teaching technologies); collaborative spirit; commitment to The School of Education Anti-Racist Statement and Plan.

Application Process:
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Please submit your letter of interest and CV online as ONE pdf file.

Salary:
The 2023-2024 academic year hire-on rates for adjunct faculty are as follows:
Instructor: $1250
Asst Professor: $1350
Assoc Professor: $1450
Professor: $1650

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.