Adjunct Faculty, Department of Elementary and Physical Education/Health Education

External Applicant Instructions Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application. Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields – you will need to verify that the data is accurate. In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit. Adjunct Faculty – Elementary Education Kean University in Union, New Jersey offers Adjunct faculty positions for upcoming semesters. These positions are non‑tenure track and are filled on an as‑needed basis. Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate Elementary Education courses (e.g., Child Development, Content Areas, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Assessment, Family‑Teacher Partnerships, Professionalism); courses may include a clinical experience component requiring school visits. Provide at least 1 hour of office hours outside the classroom per week for each 3‑4 credit class taught (30 minutes for each additional class); adjuncts teaching fewer than 3 credits must provide at least 30 minutes of availability per week. Schedule office hours (in person or virtual) to meet student needs. Demonstrate proficiency in a Learning Management System consistent with university guidelines. Qualifications: Master’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field; candidates with ABD, Ed.D., Ph.D., or other acceptable disciplinary doctorates are encouraged to apply. Teaching experience in elementary education; if otherwise indicated, experience may be substituted. Flexibility with morning and evening availability is preferred. Compensation and Benefits: Effective September 2025: $2,100 per credit. Effective September 2026: $2,225 per credit. After 13 semesters: additional $75 per credit. Enroll in state‑administered retirement plan and Part‑Time State Health Benefits Program (when eligible). Official transcripts are required before appointment. Review of applications will begin immediately and be on‑going. Attention current Kean University employees (including part‑time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. Additional Information: Employment requires working at any of our New Jersey campus locations or affiliated work sites. Faculty may also be assigned to teach online classes for Kean Global. Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). New employees must establish a principal residence in New Jersey within 365 days of hire. Kean University participates in E‑Verify. Mission Statement: Kean University, New Jersey's first Urban Research University, creates a world‑class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement. EEO/AA Statement: Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kean University