Adjunct Faculty ? Elementary Education

Position range in Cheshire County $35k - $70k Per Year Adjunct Faculty ? Elementary Education University System of New Hampshire

Occupation:

Educational Instruction and Library Occupations

Location:

Keene, NH - 03431 Positions available: 1 Job #: JR2607

Source:

University System of New Hampshire

Posted:

09/16/2025

Web Site:

www.usnh.edu

Job Type:

Part Time (Less than 30 Hours) Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Part Time Job Description . USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app The Education Department at Keene State College is seeking qualified applicants for adjunct faculty positions in Elementary Education, for the Fall 2025 semester. These are part-time non-benefitted positions. We seek applicants who can teach the following courses in the program:

Elementary Methods:

Integrating Math, Science and Literacy (EDUC 322)- This course explores best practices for teaching math, science, and engineering, while integrating literacy. Students learn practical approaches to creating learning environments in which children develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions for mathematical and scientific thinking, and engineering design. Standards-based unit planning, with an emphasis on student learning and reflection on teaching, are the foci during the extended supervised field experience. Classroom management skills, including behavioral considerations, reflection, and techniques are explored and applied in the elementary classroom.

Elementary Methods:

Literacy and Social Studies (EDUC 321) - Integration of theoretical and practical approaches to literacy and social studies instruction in grades K-6. Application of curriculum development (lesson planning and cross-curricular integration), literacy instruction and assessment, children's literature, pedagogical practices and arts integration through extended field experiences. Our students come from diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds, with a high percentage of first generation college students. By the time Keene State College students complete their undergraduate experience they develop critical thinking, creative inquiry, intercultural competence, civic engagement, and commitment to well-being that will serve them as active citizens and lifelong learners. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who will support the College's ongoing efforts to help students become responsible global citizens. At Keene State College, we share an appreciation of diversity, equity and multiculturalism as key elements to academic excellence. We seek faculty with a desire to provide support, mentorship and direction to prepare students to work within diverse communities. One of our aspirations is to develop social change agents with the knowledge, skills and experience to compassionately engage with their future employers, peers, and those they serve from diverse backgrounds. Faculty actively engage in collaborative work and service within the department and across the College to advance future-thinking curricular and co-curricular approaches that strengthen our Liberal Education focus and achieve the College's goals for inclusion and excellence as outlined in the College's Strategic Plan. The Education Department at Keene State College is in the ongoing process of enhancing the curriculum in our program to better prepare our future educators for today's diverse classrooms. The department utilizes assessments, feedback from the field, and our collective expertise to continually improve and evolve the education program. The Education Department includes both undergraduate and graduate programs in the preparation of teachers. Keene State College holds CAEP accreditation for all educator preparation programs. The Education Department strives to prepare education professionals who:

• Explore the dynamic nature of the teaching and learning process;
• Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors that meet high standards;
• Understand the world from multiple perspectives; and
• Contribute to a just and equitable world Additional Information Help for Additional Information.

Required Qualifications:

Earned Master's degree in Education or related field by January 1, 2025. Minimum of five years full-time teaching experience in public schools at the elementary level (K-6) Availability to teach in-person, during the day

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong background in math and science content and pedagogy Expertise in literacy content and pedagogy Experience teaching in an inclusive environment with diverse student populations (examples: SES, students with IEPs and 504 plans, ELL, cultural, and racial/ethnic) College teaching experience Supervision experience Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Letter of application addressing the position description
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three current references Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration.

Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed. Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of