[Hiring] Adjunct Faculty @UMass Global

Role Description

Adjunct faculty within the University of Massachusetts Global’s School of Education play a vital role in delivering high-quality, student-centered instruction in an online learning environment. They bring real-world expertise and a commitment to fostering academic excellence for future educators and leaders. Adjunct instructors must be willing to engage with faculty, students, and other stakeholders to ensure well-rounded, rigorous learning experiences that offer students the highest levels of support. This position requires a California teaching credential and current California K-8 public school teaching experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching duties, mentoring, or supervising students.
• Preparing and delivering course content or assessments.
• Collaborating with faculty or staff for curriculum planning.
• Utilizing specific technologies or tools (e.g., LMS, video platforms).
• Attending required meetings, training, or development sessions.
• Holding virtual, weekly, open office hours for students.
• Engaging in program review and assessment activities as needed.
• Participating in calibration meetings relating to PLOs, CLOs, and Professional Dispositions.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or Higher in Education, Teaching and/or Related Field.
• California (CA) Clear Multiple Subject/CLAD Credential.
• Minimum 5 years teaching experience in California (K-8) schools.
• Experience teaching diverse student populations.
• Experience using educational technology.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in education or an educational related field (preferred).
• CA Administrative Credential (preferred).
• Experience teaching in higher education (online, hybrid) (preferred).
• Trained assessor of or extensive knowledge of CalTPAs (preferred).
• Experience mentoring or supervising students or candidates (preferred).
• Experience using specific educational tools such as Go React and Rise Modules (preferred).
• Resides in the state of California.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Remote options and flexible schedules.
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option.
• Education: Tuition discounts.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
• Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role.
• Contact information for 2 professional references.
• [Any additional documentation such as transcripts, teaching evaluations, or certifications.]

The position will remain posted until 12/3/2026 or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been reached, whichever occurs first. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to ensure full consideration. The university reserves the right to close the posting prior to the stated date once an adequate applicant pool has been established.