Adjunct Faculty - Department of Special Education, Professional Counseling, and Disability Studies

William Paterson University invites applications for adjunct faculty within the College of Education, Department of Special Education, Professional Counseling, and Disability Studies.

• Minor in Teacher of Students with Disabilities
• MEd in Special
  
  Education:
  
  Learning Disabilities
• MEd Learning Disabilities Concentration with Teacher Consultant Certificate
• MEd in Special Education with a concentration in Teacher of Students with Disabilities (100% Online)
• MEd in Special Education with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorder & Developmental Disabilities (100% Online)
• Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant Certificate
• Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certificate (100% Online)

• MEd in Professional Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Concentration
• MEd in Professional Counseling, School Counseling Concentration
• Director of School Counseling Services Certificate
• Student Assistance Coordinator Certificate

• BA in Disability Studies
• Minor in Disability Studies

• Using the course outline as a guide, develop relevant syllabi to deploy course content, objectives, and methods of student assessment.
• Participate actively in in-class and online discussions: share experiences and perspectives; probe students with questions that require critical thinking skills; highlight key learning points; answer student questions.
• Administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and rubrics. Post assignment and course grades on the Blackboard Grade Center in a timely manner.
• Contribute to student success by providing consistent and effective support and guidance through role modeling and mentoring.
• Use WPU email, Blackboard, and other WPU specific technology (Starfish / Banner / Chalk and Wire) for a variety of teaching, assessment, and administrative applications.

• Earned Master’s degree and relevant professional experience in the appropriate field to course/program.
• Relevant state certification/licensure.
• Five or more years of experience working in a professional setting relevant to the course/program.

• One or more years teaching in higher education.
• Experience teaching online.

• Thrives in a collegial, cooperative environment.
• Dedicated to excellence and achieving positive outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Capacity to fulfill professional responsibilities with a strong sense of moral duty and obligation to the work at hand.

New employees - $2100/CREDIT

Employees who have worked for 13+ semesters at WP - $2175/CREDIT

This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance and retirement plans.

Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a cover letter and resume/CV. Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration.

General questions about the application process may be directed to talent. Please include the Job Requisition number and job title in your inquiry.

William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law.

Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.