Adjunct Faculty, Department of Elementary and Physical Education/Health Education at Kean University in Union, New Jersey

Job Description:

External Applicant Instructions

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College of Education, Department of Elementary and PE/Health Education

Adjunct Faculty

Elementary Education - to teach undergraduate Elementary Education courses (may include clinical experience component, requiring school visits) in-person at the Union campus. Courses may include Child Development, Content Areas in the Elementary Education Curriculum, Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), Assessment and Family-Teacher Partnerships and Professionalism. Flexibility with both morning and evening availability is preferred.

Please note that our adjunct faculty positions are filled on an as-needed basis. Qualified candidates may be contacted if and when there is an available opening or possible future opening.

All adjunct positions require a master's degree in a related field and teaching experience unless otherwise indicated; candidates with an ABD, Ed.D., Ph.D. or other acceptable disciplinary doctorate are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required, consistent with University guidelines.

Please submit a cover letter (indicating availability for days, evenings or weekends and preferred campus location), resume and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and be on-going. Official transcripts are required before appointment.

Additional Information

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

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