Adjunct Faculty Pool – Department of Teaching and Learning

The University of Redlands • Redlands, CA

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About The Position

The University of Redlands’ Department of Teaching and Learning in the School of Education invites experienced educators and educational leaders to join its Adjunct Faculty Pool. Adjunct faculty may teach credential, undergraduate, and graduate-level courses in teacher preparation programs, including Multiple Subject, Single Subject, Education Specialist, teacher residency, and master’s degree programs. Assignments may be online, hybrid, or face-to-face, and may take place during daytime, evening, or weekend hours, depending on program needs.

The School of Education prepares educators to serve diverse communities and advance educational access, social justice, and inclusive learning environments. Adjunct faculty support candidates’ development by connecting theory, research, and practice; helping them meet California Commission on Teacher Credentialing standards and program outcomes; and contributing to candidate success, course planning, curriculum improvement, and accreditation-related activities as appropriate. The position requires regular communication with students and the department. The role is part-time and short-term. The stated salary range is $21.05–$24.05 per hour, with the anticipated hiring range near or at the classification minimum and placement based on qualifications and internal equity. Employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of a background check.

Requirements

• Earned master's degree or doctorate in education or a closely related field.
• Valid California teaching credential or equivalent professional preparation in a related area.
• At least three years of successful PK–12 teaching experience.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and culturally responsive instructional practices.
• Knowledge of California academic content standards and teacher preparation requirements.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and mentoring adult learners.
• Experience using educational technologies and learning management systems to support instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the university or graduate level.
• Experience teaching in multiple instructional modalities, including online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
• Availability to teach daytime courses in addition to evening and weekend offerings.
• Expertise in course design and curriculum development.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and best practices in online instruction.
• Experience supervising student teachers, interns, or teacher candidates.
• Familiarity with California Commission on Teacher Credentialing standards and accreditation processes.
• Experience supporting teacher candidates in clinical practice settings.
• Commitment to educational equity, social justice, and culturally sustaining pedagogy.
• Recent PK–12 experience in Multiple Subject Credential Programs, Single Subject Credential Programs, Education Specialist Programs, Dual Credential Programs, Teacher Residency Programs, teaching English learners, clinical practice, student teaching, or fieldwork supervision.
• Experience teaching coursework during daytime hours and delivering hybrid or fully online graduate instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and credential coursework in online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face formats.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences that connect theory, research, and practice.
• Support candidates in meeting California Commission on Teacher Credentialing standards and program outcomes.
• Use learning management systems and educational technologies to support teaching and learning.
• Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with program faculty and staff to support candidate success.
• Participate in course planning, curriculum improvement, and accreditation-related activities as appropriate.
• Maintain regular communication with students and the Department of Teaching and Learning.

What This Job Offers

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