Part-Time Instructor, Academic Foundations, Spring 2027

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 3,156,000 - 4,495,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University-Newark seeks part-time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for Spring 2027 to teach College Algebra Support and/or Service Learning courses. You will cover duties from syllabus creation to grading and final grades, with courses possibly scheduled day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid.

The role requires a Master’s degree with 2–3 years of relevant experience, excellent communication, and the ability to teach at the university level. Pre-employment screenings apply.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with two to three years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course material and syllabus; present material during course times.
• Hold office hours and respond to student emails in a timely manner.
• Assess and grade student work and submit final grades; adapt instruction as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

University teaching

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Part-Time Instructor, Academic Foundations, Spring 2027

Department: Academic Foundations Center

Salary Details: Minimum of $2,777 per credit

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: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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

The Academic Foundations Center, Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), is seeking part-time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for Spring 2027 to teach College Algebra Support, and/or Service Learning courses.

The successful candidate will cover the full range of duties associated with teaching, including, but not limited to, preparing course material; creating and posting a course syllabus; presenting material during the assigned course times; holding office hours and providing appropriate out-of-class time for students; responding to student e-mails; conducting and grading assessments of students through assignments, exams, and other means, in a timely manner; and submitting final grades. Course appointments may require instruction during the day, in the evenings, on weekends, off-campus, online, hybrid, remotely, or any combination of these, based on the academic needs of the department.

Position Status: Part Time

Posting Number: 26FA0865

Posting Open Date: 10/07/2026

Posting Close Date: 11/05/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Master's degree with two to three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of course content required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must. Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.

Overview: RU-N is a remarkably diverse, urban, public research university that is not just in Newark but of Newark-an anchor of our home city.

Posting Details

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/281992

Campus: Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Newark

City: Newark

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

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

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