Adjunct, Department of Elementary Education
- Full-time
Posting Details
Classification Information
FLSA
Exempt
Rate Per Credit Hour
$1602/credit hour
Position Information
Position Title
Adjunct, Department of Elementary Education
Department Name
Feinstein School of Education and Human Development
Academic or Calendar Year
Academic
School Name
Feinstein School of Education and Human Development
Position Overview
The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development (FSEHD) at Rhode Island College prepares educators, counselors, school psychologists, wellness and exercise science, and youth development professionals who positively impact schools, communities, and the lives of children, youth, and adults. The FSEHD is committed to excellence, equity, inclusion, community engagement, and preparing highly qualified professionals throughout Rhode Island and beyond.
The FSEHD invites applications from qualified professionals interested in serving as adjunct faculty teaching content, practicum, or seminar courses and/or supervising student teachers or interns across its undergraduate and graduate programs.
Essential Duties
Department of Elementary Education – Programs:
- Elementary Education undergraduate Program
- Elementary Education MAT graduate Program
- Reading Specialist Program
- Early Childhood Undergraduate Program
- Early Childhood Undergraduate Certificate Program – Bilingual Spanish/English
Assignments may include:
- Teaching undergraduate or graduate content courses.
- Teaching practicum, internship, or seminar courses.
- Serving as a college supervisor.
- Supervising student teachers or interns in PK-12 settings or counseling, youth development, or wellness and exercise community organizations.
Contact: Karen Capraro, Chair of the Elementary Education Department
Occasional Duties
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of the FSEHD.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree.
- Relevant professional experience in the field.
- Experience working with diverse learners and communities.
- Strong communication, mentoring, and supervisory skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate Degree preferred.
Environmental Conditions
The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
A00065
Benefits Eligible?
No
Number of Positions Available
Multiple
Anticipated Start Date or Semester
Posting Date
07/07/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions/Information for Applicants
- Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
- Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as instructional and supervisory needs arise. The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development welcomes applications from individuals committed to excellence in teaching, mentoring, supervision, and professional preparation.