Adjunct Instructor- Critical Reading and Comprehension-Metro and Florham Campuses-2026

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Madison (NJ); On-site; USD 15,233 - 18,246; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility to contribute to 403(b) plan

Discounts on everyday goods and services

NJ Sick Leave

State Short Term Disability

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach Critical Reading and Comprehension at the Florham Campus in Madison, NJ. This part-time position involves teaching students once a week in person, helping them improve their academic reading and critical thinking skills.

Ideal candidates will hold a master's degree and have experience in teaching. Applicants must pass a background check. Benefits include eligibility for a 403(b) plan and various discounts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Experience teaching developmental reading and/or writing.
• Satisfactory background check required.

Responsibilities

• Teach multiple sections of reading course once per week in-person.
• Support students in meeting academic goals and adjusting to university environment.

Skills

Teaching developmental reading

Critical thinking skills

Communication

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor– Critical Reading and Comprehension– Metro and Florham Campuses– 2026

Campus

Florham Campus, Madison, NJ

Department

Academic Support Center– Florham

Hiring Manager

Darshan Shah

Hiring Manager Title

University Director, Academic Support Center and Disability Support Services

Position Type

Faculty

Grade

Adjunct

FLSA

Exempt

Faculty Rank

Adjunct Faculty

Salary

$1,500 per credit

General Benefits

Eligibility to contribute to the 403(b) plan and various fringe benefits, including discounts on everyday goods and services, entertainment/dining, and state benefits such as NJ Sick Leave and State Short Term Disability.

Status

Temporary

Months Worked

No Response

Job Summary

The Fairleigh Dickinson University Academic Support Center seeks to hire part‑time faculty to teach multiple sections of its reading course in Fall 2024. Classes meet in‑person, once per week, and positions are available on FDU’s Florham Campus in Madison, NJ and Metropolitan Campus in Teaneck, NJ. Critical Reading and Comprehension is a one‑credit course designed to improve students’ academic reading and critical thinking skills so that they can independently study college‑level texts across disciplines. Placement into the course is determined by entrance exams, and students who enroll in the class often need support to meet academic goals and adjust to the university environment. We are looking for enthusiastic instructors who are interested in challenging students to make the most of their FDU experience.

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree and experience teaching developmental reading and/or writing. Candidates with high school teaching experience are also encouraged to apply. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Preferred Qualifications

Hours Worked

Posting Date

05/21/2025

Application Types Accepted

Faculty Profile

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Reference 1