Adjunct Professor – Teacher Education

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Facilitate both classroom and distance/distributed learning environments.

• Develop course materials and syllabi.

• Manage an asynchronous online classroom using CANVAS.

• Deliver course content as outlined in the syllabus via Canvas.

• Collaborate with District Employed Supervisors to ensure candidates fulfill clinical practice requirements.

• Employ rubrics to assess and measure candidate learning outcomes.

• Submit grades, including final assessments, in accordance with academic policies and procedures.

• Mentor and provide support to students.

• Engage in ongoing improvement initiatives, professional development, and self-reflection.

• Hold weekly office hours and meet with students as needed.

• Attend adjunct faculty meetings throughout the contracted term.

• Interact and respond to faculty, staff, and students promptly, within 24–48 hours.

• Collaborate with university stakeholders to enhance candidate success.

• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies, relevant regulations, professional standards, laws, and the university's mission and values.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master’s, Doctoral, or other terminal degree from an accredited institution, based on the specific needs of the course being instructed.

• At least three years of relevant experience teaching in TK-12 or transition classrooms within the specified area(s) and/or field(s) of expertise.

• A valid credential or license in the field of teacher education, with a preference for California credentials in multiple subjects, single subjects, and/or education specialists.

• Capability to provide effective instruction using evidence-based educational practices.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and learning management systems (LMS).

• Ability to work independently and possess self-motivation.

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

• Skill in articulating complex requirements in a clear and succinct manner.

• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks while meeting established deadlines.

• Ability to function as an effective team member and build trusting relationships with students and university personnel.

• Culturally competent with the capacity to communicate and engage effectively with diverse individuals.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Competence in making administrative/procedural decisions and exercising sound judgment.

• Successful completion of a background check, which includes criminal history, prior employment, and education verification.

• Currently authorized to work full-time in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• None; this is a temporary, non-benefits eligible position.