Curriculum & Teaching Instructor

Center for Public Partnerships & Research; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking qualified professionals for a part-time, Temporary Instructor pool. This position will teach undergraduate and master’s level courses, with workload varying by position and FTE. Applications are reviewed as needs arise and accepted throughout the year.

The Instructor is a non-tenure track, term appointment for Fall 2026, potentially renewing up to two consecutive semesters. Eligible to work in the U.S. is required prior to start date.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction or related field required to teach undergraduate courses.
• Doctoral degree in Curriculum & Instruction or related field required to teach graduate level courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses and develop materials, syllabi, lectures, and assignments.
• Grade student work and advise students, with office hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues and adhere to departmental, school/college and university policies.

Education

Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction

Doctoral degree in Curriculum & Instruction

Job description

Position Overview

The University of Kansas, Department of Curriculum & Instruction invites qualified professionals for a part-time, Temporary Instructor pool. This position will teach a variety of courses offered by the department at the undergraduate and master’s level programs. Amount of work required can vary by position and will range in FTE.

Applicants will be reviewed and considered for teaching positions as needs arise. Applications will be accepted throughout the year.

The Instructor is an instructional, adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Fall 2026 semester. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters.

This position is subject to acollective bargaining agreementbetween The University of Kansas and United Academics, United Academics of KU, AAUP, or AFT. UAKU is the exclusive representative. As the State of Kansas is a right to work state, you have the right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start date of the position.

Job Description

Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California, Idaho, Minnesota, and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

• As an instructor for the university, primary duties and responsibilities include: teaching in a specific field, developing course materials, developing and managing syllabi, creating lectures and assignments, grading student work, advising students and holding office hours.
• All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, be current in the field, and are required to adhere to departmental, school/college and university polices and procedures.
• Teach one or more sections of courses in areas such as Curriculum Development, Instructional Strategies, English Education, Foreign Language Education, Literacy/Reading Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education, Social Studies Education, Teaching English as a Second Language, and Gifted Education.

Required Qualifications

• Earned master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction or other field appropriate to subject area being taught is required to teach undergraduate courses.
• Earned doctoral degree in Curriculum & Instruction or other field appropriate to subject area being taught is required to teach graduate level courses.

Position Requirements

• Applicants must be available during the regular K-12 work day.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior college or relevant K-12 teaching experience.
• Earned doctoral degree in Education or other field appropriate to subject area being taught with a focus on Curriculum & Instruction.

Additional Candidate Instructions

Review of applications will be ongoing.

Contact Information to Applicants

Susan McGee

[e-mail]

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with Experience

Application Review Begins

Friday August 7, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Tuesday August 18, 2026