Non-Credit Instructor (Part Time) - 2026

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 568,000 - 809,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey seeks non-credit part-time instructors for the Center for Mathematics, Science, and Computer Education. Instructors will contribute to the university’s educational mission by delivering or co-delivering workshops across K-12 STEM topics and bridging classroom learning with industry needs.

Responsibilities include creating course materials, delivering engaging sessions, and providing constructive feedback to participants, with emphasis on inclusive pedagogy and

Qualifications

• Requires a Masters/PhD. degree in K-12 Mathematics or STEM field and at least two years of K-12 instructional experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of classroom management, adult learning, and effective communication/facilitation techniques.
• We are an inclusive learning community, and classroom spaces should reflect that.

Responsibilities

• Instructing/co-instructing mathematics, STEM, STEAM, maker education, or coding workshops for teachers and/or students at the K-12 level.
• Prepare course materials (i.e., syllabi, presentations, hand-outs, reading materials, etc.).
• Provide constructive feedback to participants.
• Practice innovative educational methodology.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's or PhD in K-12 Mathematics or STEM

Job description

Non-Credit Instructor (Part Time) - 2026

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Recruitment/Posting Title Non-Credit Instructor (Part Time) - 2026

Department

Department DoCS - CMSCE

Salary Details

A minimum of $500

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking non-credit part time instructors for the Center for Mathematics, Science, and Computer Education. We seek qualified instructors who can contribute to the University’s educational mission and bridge the gap between the classroom and the industry. Successful candidates will instruct/co-instruct on a wide variety of topics in K-12 STEM education.

Candidates will be responsible for the following:

• Instructing/co-instructing mathematics, STEM, STEAM, maker education, or coding workshops for teachers and/or students at the K-12 level
• Prepare course materials (i.e., syllabi, presentations, hand-outs, reading materials, etc.)
• Provide constructive feedback to participants.
• Practice innovative educational methodology

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Number

26FA0063

Posting Open Date

01/23/2026

Posting Close Date

12/31/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Requires a Masters/PhD. degree in K-12 Mathematics or STEM field and at least two years of K-12 instructional experience. Also requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individual will have knowledge of classroom management, adult learning, and effective communication/facilitation techniques. We are an inclusive learning community, and classroom spaces should reflect that, regardless of subject matter. Success in this position will be measured through workshop enrollment attendance, evaluations, and participant engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must be willing to travel since workshops are offered throughout New Jersey.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

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Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy

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