Adjunct Faculty, Department of Educational Leadership & Secondary Education

Kean University • Union, NJ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Kean University in Union, New Jersey has grown into a comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving a diverse enrollment of nearly 19,0000 students worldwide. Kean creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research and impactful public engagement. Kean, a proud R2 Research University, continues its legacy as a top producer of teachers in New Jersey and is a growing educational hub in the fields of business, health care and technology. Its six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate degrees over a full range of academic subjects. Kean also offers six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options for graduate study leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications. The University is also a higher education innovator within the State of New Jersey, partnering with Ocean County College and Brookdale Community College to provide access for students to earn a bachelor’s degree from Kean. The Kean Skylands campus, located in Jefferson Township, New Jersey, is designed to serve as an outdoor living laboratory for field-based scientific study and other classroom and field instruction. In October 2025, Kean University and New Jersey City University (NJCU) signed a definitive agreement advancing a merger between the two state universities. The merger will position Kean as a statewide anchor institution and strengthens our ability to serve New Jersey’s diverse student population and uplift communities through education. The merger is currently progressing through the appropriate levels of approval, with a goal to complete this process by July 1, 2026. We are excited to invite Adjunct applications for upcoming semesters. Please note that Adjunct faculty positions at Kean University are filled on an as-needed basis. Qualified candidates may be contacted if, and when, there is an available opening or possible future opening.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Technology, Learning Design or closely related field is required.
• All adjunct positions are non-tenure track.
• Require a master’s degree in a related field and teaching experience unless otherwise indicated.
• Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required, consistent with University guidelines.
• Must establish a principal residence in New Jersey within 365 days of the effective date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with an Ed.D., Ph.D. or other acceptable disciplinary doctorate are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are strongly preferred: instructional design and learning technologies; online and blended learning; artificial intelligence in education; digital accessibility and universal design for learning; educational leadership and technology planning; curriculum design and evaluation; multimedia learning; research methods; data driven decision making; assessment; and the use of learning management systems and emerging technologies in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• To teach graduate level Principal, Supervisor or School Business Administrator preparation courses in the areas of curriculum, supervision, school business and finance and supporting students in clinical practicum experiences.
• To teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Online Learning, Educational Technology Leadership, Digital Media, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence in Education, Technology Integration, Distance Learning, Data Analysis, Assessment and Evaluation, Research Methods, and related areas at the Union or Jersey City campus.
• Provide at least one (1) hour of availability outside of the classroom per week for the duration of each semester/session taught by the adjunct faculty member for each three (3) or four (4) credit class.
• Provide an additional thirty (30) minutes of availability for each additional class taught during the semester/session.
• Provide at least thirty (30) minutes of availability outside of the classroom per week for the duration of each semester/session taught by the adjunct faculty member for those teaching fewer than three (3) credits.
• May, at their discretion, provide additional office hours beyond the amounts required.

Benefits

• Adjuncts are enrolled in a state administered retirement plan, when eligible, and may be eligible to enroll in the Part-Time State Health Benefits Program for medical and prescription drug coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level