Adjunct Faculty, TEMS Middle & Secondary

SVSU Saginaw Valley State University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

SVSU Saginaw Valley State University is looking for an Adjunct Faculty member for the Winter 2026 semester to teach TEMS 317 – Methods: Teaching English Language Arts. This part-time role involves planning, developing, and delivering curricular content while providing instruction on campus.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in middle and secondary education with at least three years of successful classroom experience. The position supports diverse student populations and requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning management systems like Canvas.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in middle and secondary education or a related field.
• At least three years of successful classroom teaching experience in grades 5‑12.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quick learner of new software.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver curricular content for the course.
• Use learning management systems like Canvas for course materials and student communication.
• Provide instruction on campus to support diverse students.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Teaching strategies

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Master’s degree in middle and secondary education

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Adjunct Faculty – TEMS Middle & Secondary (Part-Time)

This part‑time adjunct faculty position will be available for the Winter 2026 semester to teach the undergraduate course TEMS 317 – Methods: Teaching English Language Arts. The course is required for ACR teacher candidates seeking initial certification to teach diverse populations of middle and high school students in English Language Arts.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver curricular content for the course, including instruction on curriculum planning, standards, teaching strategies, and exemplary classroom practice.
• Use learning management systems such as Canvas to prepare course materials, deliver online content, and manage student communications.
• Provide instruction on campus, ensuring a learning environment that supports students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in middle and secondary education or a related field.
• At least three years of successful classroom teaching experience in grades 5‑12.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Positive interaction with all members of the campus community.
• Capability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• College‑level teaching experience.
• Experience with curriculum alignment and assessment.
• Experience using Canvas as an online learning management system.

Working Conditions

The position is paid on a part‑time basis for approximately 10 instructional hours per week, located on the Michigan campus of Saginaw Valley State University. Duties are performed indoors with no exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Required Documents and Materials

• Curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining teaching experience and areas of certification.
• Contact information for three professional references.