Part-Time HDFS Lecturer: Teach Family Development

The Pennsylvania State University; Sharon (Mercer County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Shenango, located in Sharon, PA, is seeking part-time lecturers to teach courses supporting the Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) program. Instruction is needed at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels. Courses are available for both the Fall and Spring semesters; the Fall 2026 semester begins on August 24, 2026.

Availability to teach in-person is strongly preferred. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in HDFS or related field and prior college

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HDFS or closely related field is required.
• Previous college teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with learning technology is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses supporting the HDFS program at introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels.
• Deliver instruction in-person when possible; adapt to course offerings for Fall and Spring semesters.
• Prepare and assess student work, maintain course materials, and contribute to program goals.

Skills

Teaching

Learning technology

In-person instruction

Education

Master’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies or related field

Job description

Penn State Shenango, located in Sharon, PA, is seeking part-time lecturers to teach courses supporting the Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) program. Instruction is needed at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels. Courses are available for both the Fall and Spring semesters; the Fall 2026 semester begins on August 24, 2026.

Availability to teach in-person is strongly preferred. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in HDFS or related field and prior college