Company:
La Salle University
Job Location:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Category:
Teacher Education - Early Childhood
Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time
Department: 211610 - Education
Position Summary
The Education Department seeks adjuncts in the areas of Early Childhood, Middle Level, and Secondary Education for both undergraduate and graduate courses.
Candidates with expertise in special education/disability studies, literacy/ELA, math, and social justice in education are of special interest.
We are also seeking certified educators to supervise student teachers in elementary, middle, and high schools.
Essential Duties
Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Education. Adjuncts can teach up to 9 credits of coursework or equivalent responsibilities. Courses are offered both day and evening.
Supervisor responsibilities include no fewer than 4 observations, not including beginning, midterm, and final meetings with the student teacher and cooperating teacher. Travel to schools is required.
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree in the area of specialization.
- Three years K-12 teaching or relevant experience. Some positions may require a valid teaching certification.
- Ability to participate in professional learning communities facilitated by the Director of Placements and Partnerships and Chair of Education at La Salle. We will make every attempt to accommodate scheduling conflicts when necessary.
- Knowledge and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.
Candidates' qualifications will be evaluated based on the specific needs of the course or supervisory experience.
Clearances and appropriate background checks will be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in the area of specialization.
- Experience teaching coursework in higher education contexts.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours
Travel to La Salle and to schools using personal transportation.
Special Instructions to Applicant
This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered.
La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Pay Basis: Salary
Position Group: Faculty
Application Open Date: 10/27/2022