Professor in Residence

Position Overview

Professors in Residence work in PDS schools on a part‑time basis, supporting the continuum of teachers through professional development, faculty development, and inquiry related to improved practice and student success.

• Lead or facilitate professional development (e.g., workshops, grade‑level/dept. meetings, book studies, PLCs, etc.) for teachers, support staff, and other district personnel, engaging in shared inquiry to improve student learning.
• Meet with the school principal/director and others as appropriate to establish the scope of work, SMART goals for the academic year, attend faculty meetings, and join school committees (e.g., PD, SCIP, PLC) when invited.
• Serve as a WP liaison to the PDS school by sharing information about WP workshops, conferences, new programs and certifications, and connecting students and staff to faculty and events at the university.
• Work the equivalent of one day (6 hours) per week at the PDS site to equal 16 days (96 hours) per semester or 32 days (192 hours) per academic year.

• Master’s degree in an education‑related field.
• Five or more years of teaching experience at varying grade levels.
• Appropriate certification in relevant content areas (e.g., Early Childhood, ELA, SPED, ESL, Math, Science, the Arts).
• Ability to work both online and in person during the school day.

• Supervisory or coaching experience.
• Administrative experience.
• Urban teaching experience.

• Ability to organize and present information in an engaging format.
• Ability to effectively address competing wants and needs by developing and sustaining collegial working relationships in a diverse environment.
• Demonstrated ability to set and work collaboratively toward common goals.
• Demonstrated commitment to student and teacher success using positive and innovative strategies.

Pay Rate: $4,750.00 per semester.

Work Schedule:

Remote‑friendly hybrid work schedule for the role; part‑time commitment of one day (6 hours) per week at the PDS site. Four‑day summer work week from mid‑May to mid‑August (Fridays off).

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.