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College of Education, Department of Educational Leadership & Secondary Education

Adjunct Faculty

Kean Universityin Union, New Jersey has grown intoa comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving adiverse enrollment of nearly 19,0000 students worldwide. Kean creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research and impactful public engagement.

Kean, a proud R2 Research University, continues its legacy as a top producer of teachers in New Jersey and is a growing educational hub in the fields of business, health care and technology. Its six colleges - the College of Business and Public Management;the College of Education; the College of Liberal Arts; the Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics and Technology; Michael Graves College;and the College of Health Professions and Human Services - offer more than 50 undergraduate degrees over a full range of academic subjects. Kean also offers six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options for graduate study leading to master's degrees, professional diplomas or certifications.

The University is also a higher education innovator within the State of New Jersey, partnering with Ocean County College, in Toms River, New Jersey and Brookdale Community College, in Lincroft, New Jersey, to provide access for students to earn a bachelor's degree from Kean. TheKean Skylands campus, located in Jefferson Township, New Jersey, is designedto serve as an outdoor living laboratory for field-based scientific study and otherclassroomand field instruction.

In October 2025, Kean University and New Jersey City University (NJCU) signed a definitive agreement advancing a merger between the two state universities. The merger will position Kean as a statewide anchor institution andstrengthens our ability to serve New Jersey's diverse student population and uplift communities through education. The merger is currently progressing through the appropriate levels of approval, with a goalto completethis process by July 1, 2026.

We are excited to invite Adjunct applications for upcoming semesters. Please note that Adjunct faculty positions at Kean University are filled on an as-needed basis. Qualified candidates may be contacted if, and when, there is an available opening or possible future opening.

Educational Administration (Master's & Certificate Programs) - to teach graduate level Principal, Supervisor or School Business Administrator preparation courses in the areas of curriculum, supervision, school business and finance and supporting students in clinical practicum experiences. Courses may be offered in-person depending on program needs.

Educational Technology - to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Online Learning, Educational Technology Leadership, Digital Media, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence in Education, Technology Integration, Distance Learning, Data Analysis, Assessment and Evaluation, Research Methods, and related areas at the Union or Jersey City campus. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are strongly preferred: instructional design and learning technologies; online and blended learning; artificial intelligence in education; digital accessibility and universal design for learning; educational leadership and technology planning; curriculum design and evaluation; multimedia learning; research methods; data driven decision making; assessment; and the use of learning management systems and emerging technologies in educational settings. A master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Technology, Learning Design or closely related field is required.

All adjunct positions are non-tenure track. They require a master's degree in a related field and teaching experience unless otherwise indicated; candidates with an Ed.D., Ph.D. orotheracceptable disciplinary doctorateareencouraged to apply. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required, consistent withUniversityguidelines.

Adjunct faculty teaching one three (3) or four (4) credit class shall provide at least one (1) hour of availability outside of the classroom per week for the duration of each semester/session taught by the adjunct faculty member. An additional thirty (30) minutes of availability shall be provided for each additional class taught during the semester/session. Availability may be in person or virtual and shall be scheduled by the adjunct faculty member,taking into accountstudent needs. Adjunct faculty teaching fewer than three (3) credits shall provide at least thirty (30) minutes of availability outside of the classroom per week for the duration of each semester/session taught by the adjunct faculty member. Regardless of the number of credits an Adjunct faculty member is teaching, they may, at their discretion, provide additional office hours beyond the amounts required.

Kean University Adjuncts are paid in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Effective September 2025, the rate of pay is: $2,100 per credit.

Effective September 2026, the rate of pay is: $2,225 per credit.

Beginning in their 13th semester taught, Adjuncts receive an additional $75 per credit.

Adjuncts are enrolled in a state administered retirement plan, when eligible, and may be eligible to enroll in the Part-Time State Health Benefits Program for medical and prescription drug coverage. Please visit this link for more information:Health Coverage for Adjuncts.

Please submit a cover letter (indicating availability for days, evenings or weekends and preferred campus location), resume and contact information for three professional references.Review of applications will begin immediately and be on-going. Official transcripts are required before appointment.