Adjunct Faculty in Education - Pre-K to 6 Teach Methods-ELA, Social Studies, Art

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Loudonville, NY Posted:

Apr 22, 2026

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199736

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Located in Loudonville, New York•just 10 minutes from the state capital of Albany•Siena empowers more than 3,400 students each year through a transformative journey we call the Education for a Lifetime. All members of the Siena University community work together to advance the University's mission to graduate Saints intent on making the world more just, peaceful, and humane. The Franciscan tradition, upon which Siena was founded, permeates throughout campus life. All community members are valued for their unique worth and recognized for their specific contributions toward the greater good. That spirit of belonging and respect reverberates across our 174-acre campus, which is ranked among the 50 most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast. Siena is leading the way in Catholic, liberal arts education, and the national rankings help tell our story. Siena ranks number one in New York for job placement; top 10 among all Catholic University in the country; and among the top three percent of all institutions in the U.S according to the Wall Street Journal. It has always been our community of dedicated and passionate Saints who make this campus a coveted destination to work, live, and learn. We hope you'll consider joining us.

Job Description:

Siena University is accepting applications for an adjunct instructor position to teach the fall 2026 course

EDUC 584

Methods of Teaching ELA, Social Studies, and Arts (Pre-K to grade 6). See course descriptions below.

EDUC 584

This course prepares teacher candidates to develop strategies for teaching and integrating the language arts, fine arts, and social studies with other curricular areas in Grades PreK-6, in accordance with standards posed by New York State and professional organizations. Instructional approaches addressed include direct and literature-based instruction, inquiry, service learning, and the project approach. Emphasis is on helping diverse learners to develop proficient communication skills across the curriculum, and on working with pupils within the larger context of their families and communities. Topics will include the writing process, critical thinking, problem-solving, concept development, values and moral development. The integration of technology as a teacher resource and as an instructional tool will be covered. Appropriate formal and informal assessment tools will be included within the context of unit and lesson plans. Curriculum modifications for pupils who are English language learners and for pupils with the full range of abilities will be considered in course work and addressed in field experiences. Fieldwork is required. This class is set to meet in the fall semester on zoom during the evening. For more information about the Education Programs at Siena University, visit our website: https://www.siena.edu/departments/education/

Requirements:

Candidates should have a minimum of a Master's Degree in Education or a related field and exhibit a commitment to undergraduate and graduate liberal arts education. Demonstrated knowledge of New York State and state teaching standards required. Prior university-level teaching experience is preferred.

Additional Information:

Salary $1,333.34 per contact hour •The hiring salary above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law. Siena University is committed to attracting, supporting, and retaining a diverse faculty. We actively encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, veterans, and others from underrepresented groups who may make a positive contribution to the diversification of ideas and perspectives. Siena University is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All bargaining unit faculty members shall be covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Siena University and SEIU (Service Employees International United) Local 200.

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