Part-Time Online Instructor — Teacher Education

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Pacific, Benerd College, seeks part-time instructors to teach in person and/or online classes for Teacher Education Preparation Programs. Faculty are non-tenure-track, contracted for specific semesters, with rank contingent on experience.

Responsibilities include course preparation, syllabus approval, student assessment, attendance tracking, and timely feedback using CANVAS. Strong commitment to inclusive teaching and student support is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a graduate degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant professional experiences in educational or other settings as appropriate to the specific course.
• Content and pedagogical knowledge are required for the specific course.
• Ability to teach adult learners.
• Experience teaching or working directly with students online.
• Demonstrated commitment to and teaching in diverse settings, as well as working with students from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Complete all employment documents and any required trainings, and submit documents in a timely manner.
• Prepare for your course, including obtaining the approved syllabus and updating the course schedule, teaching methods, assessments, and assignments.
• Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Adhere to all University and school policies.
• Teach the assigned course(s) as published in the Academic schedule and noted in the offer letter using effective teaching methods.
• Record attendance and refer students to support services as needed.
• Use CANVAS LMS to post syllabus, assignments, and communicate with students.
• Provide timely feedback on submitted student work and assessments.
• Meet with students during office hours for guidance and progress assessment.

Skills

Adult learning

Online teaching

Diversity & inclusion

Content and pedagogical knowledge

Teaching adults

Student engagement

Education

Graduate degree in a relevant field

Job description

University of the Pacific, Benerd College, seeks part-time instructors to teach in person and/or online classes for Teacher Education Preparation Programs. Faculty are non-tenure-track, contracted for specific semesters, with rank contingent on experience.

Responsibilities include course preparation, syllabus approval, student assessment, attendance tracking, and timely feedback using CANVAS. Strong commitment to inclusive teaching and student support is essential.