Part-Time Secondary Education Adjunct Pool

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Kutztown University seeks applicants for a temporary adjunct pool in teacher education across multiple areas, including secondary teaching and ESL supervision. Courses may be day or evening; graduate offerings online.

The pool supports Credential programs and requires a commitment to diverse learners and professional service. Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be placed in the adjunct pool and contacted for on-campus interviews as needs arise, with interviews and demonstrations of

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education is required.
• At least 5 years of PK-12 teaching experience.
• Experience teaching or supervising at the college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Principles of Teaching and Learning for secondary teacher candidates.
• Supervise student teaching, undergraduate and graduate coursework for ESL and other programs.
• Deliver graduate courses online and/or on campus as needed, including Curriculum and Instruction MEd offerings.
• Participate in adjunct pool activities and be available for on-campus interviews.

Education

Master's degree in education

Doctorate (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500students across its graduate and undergraduate programs.Located in a charming rural setting in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, theUniversity is just a 20-minute drive from the metropolitan areas ofAllentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from thePhiladelphia metropolitan area. The University seeks to hireemployees with experience working with diverse populations.

The Department of Secondary Education at Kutztown Universityinvites applicants for our temporary adjunct pool in teachereducation for the following areas: coursework in Principles ofTeaching and Learning for secondary teacher candidates; supervisionof student teaching, undergraduate and graduate coursework for theEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) program; graduate courses forour Curriculum and Instruction MEd program; and graduate coursesfor our Principal and Supervisory Certificate programs.Undergraduate course offerings could be day or evening. Graduatecourses are typically offered online. We are seeking colleagues whohave a passion for preparing the next generation of teachers.

In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performancereview and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching andfulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarlygrowth and professional development; and service.

Minimum Qualifications

Required qualifications: a Master's degree in the field ofeducation, at least 5 years' experience teaching in PK-12.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred: Doctorate; and at least one year of college-levelteaching experience or equivalent; experience working with diverselearners; 7-12 certification(s); ESL Endorsement; PrincipalCertification.

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be certified tobe placed in our part-time adjunct faculty pool and will remain inthe pool while the pool is active. As need arises, applicants inthe pool will be considered and contacted for an on-campusinterview. During the on-campus interview, successful interview anddemonstration of abilities are required to be selected.

Supplemental Information

As part of the application, candidates must upload the followingmaterial to NeoEd: a letter of application, current curriculumvitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (officialtranscripts must be supplied by the time of the virtual interview),and contact information for three professional references addressedto: Dr. Brenda Muzeta, Coordinator & Adjunct Pool SearchCommittee Chair, Only complete applications will be considered (allpreviously listed documents have been received).

Successful interviews, reference checks, background clearances (PACriminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), anddemonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for allpositions. The University is very interested in hiring employeeswho have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

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