Literacy Studies Practicum Lead — Adjunct Mentor

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

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.