Adjunct Faculty, School of Education

Posted 2 days ago

xu01 xavier universityDayton (OH)

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About the role

Current Xavier University employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Adjunct Faculty, School of Education. Xavier University is seeking qualified candidates to join our pool of potential adjunct faculty to serve as supervisors of teacher candidates for the 2026-2027 academic year. This posting is intended to collect applications for part-time, non-tenure-track positions for an Adjunct Instructor in the School of Education. Candidates must be dedicated to graduate or undergraduate teaching and demonstrate excellence in their field. The successful candidate will contribute to our commitment to excellence in teaching and student engagement. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, and candidates may be contacted as teaching needs arise. Adjunct faculty contracts are issued on a semester-by-semester basis, depending on departmental needs and student enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Education or a related field, minimum 5 years K-12 teaching experience, and extensive related experience (e.g., published, leadership, etc.) in the education field or terminal degree in a related field and 5 years K12 teaching experience. Currently hold and maintain a valid professional educator license. Flexible availability during the school day is necessary. Proficiency with technology such as email, inputting observation notes, fillable PDFs, and other basic computer skills. Effective and direct communication skills to serve as a liaison between Xavier University and the field placement.

Duties: Travel to school sites each semester as designated by the Field Coordinator. Observe teacher candidates throughout the semester and provide feedback regarding teacher candidate performance in the areas of dispositions and pedagogy. Connect with undergraduate and graduate students to create positive mentorships. Guide, engage and support teacher candidates throughout their development as novice teachers. Clear and consistent communication with both the teacher candidate and cooperating teacher. Serve as the first point of contact for both teacher candidate and cooperating teacher, troubleshooting issues that might arise. Student Teaching Supervision – requires 4-6 site visits. Methods/Clinicals Supervision – requires 1-2 site visits. For additional information, please contact Dr. Jody Googins, Co-Director of the School of Education, googinsj@xavier.edu, 513-745-2821. To ensure consideration, interested and qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University’s website. Xavier University is an equal opportunity employer. This adjunct faculty pool will close on May 31, 2027. If you are not contacted by this time and remain interested in employment with Xavier University, please reapply to a new adjunct pool posting once it becomes available.

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