"Adjunct Instructor of Teacher Education, Beginning Spring Semester 2026 (Pool Posting)"

Job Description

Ohio University Regional Campuses are seeking a part-time instructor to teach in person Teacher Education courses at the undergraduate level.

Ohio University's Regional Campuses are located in the following cities in the State of Ohio: Chillicothe, Eastern (St. Clairsville, OH), Lancaster, Southern (Ironton, OH), and Zanesville.

The exact number of Instructors needed is undetermined at this time as it is primarily dependent upon enrollments and overall student demand. When a need arises, the department will select qualified candidates from this pool.

Preference will be given to applicants who can teach sections of ECEE 3400 (Methods for Teaching Early Childhood and Elementary Science) in person. This course is designed to prepare early childhood and elementary education teacher candidates with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that provide the foundation for effective science teaching. It develops teacher candidates' abilities to design inclusive and culturally responsive learning environments based on current perspectives about student learning and using evidence-based strategies for teaching and assessment. It also emphasizes scientific inquiry, core ideas, and cross-cutting concepts as recommended by the Ohio Learning Standards for Science and the Next Generation Science Standards for grades P-5.

Position will include teaching from 3 credit hours to up to 11 credit hours per term.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in the field of education (for undergraduate-level courses). Experience teaching students. Experience using technology for teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

Current or prior teaching license in area. Relevant and recent Pre K-12 classroom-based experience. Demonstrated knowledge of theory and research-supported best practices for teaching and learning.

Pay Rate

Standard rates per credit hour. Please visit www.ohio.edu/regional for more information on teaching rates.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the online application and attach the following:

1. Cover letter
2. Current resume/CV
3. Unofficial transcripts
4. List of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details, including email addresses.
5. Actual or proposed course syllabi for course wishing to teach
6. Evidence of teaching effectiveness should be attached under "other" documents

Please include the campus or campuses of choice in the cover letter: Southern (Ironton) and/or Zanesville.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until December 24, 2025.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This position is eligible for the following benefits: sick leave and retirement.