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Elementary Education (Adjunct)

usPosted 4 Oct 2026

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Job Description Opportunity at a Glance Adjunct faculty members serve in a part-time capacity to educate Walden University Students by effectively and proficiently using online technology and resources so that knowledge, information, feedback, and critique are imparted to and shared with students in thoughtful, carefully formulated, well written, and timely communications. This is accomplished in an environment that is respectful of student, the Faculty Member, Walden University, and the discipline in which the Faculty Member is involved.

Faculty Members are expected to adhere to all Walden University Faculty expectations, which are clearly set forth to the Faculty Member at the start of his/her employment with the University. Training All new Faculty Members receive specific training from Walden University in the techniques teaching, use of an electronic learning platform, specifics of the policies, procedures and degree programs of the School or College in which they are going to teach, socialization into the Walden University culture, assessment of academic integrity of student work.

Course Teaching/Availability Faculty Members are assigned a course, which is taught using the eCollege platform, and are responsible for interacting with students within this platform. Discussion Boards for classrooms are open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Although postings to the classroom may be done at any time of day, they must be completed in a timely manner in accordance with the Faculty Handbook or other criteria established by Walden University.

Per the faculty handbook, responses to student questions must be posted within 48 hours. Faculty Members are required to verify the accuracy of student postings and submissions and to provide feedback and grades to students through Blackboard. Qualifications Education and Experience Candidates should possess: · Earned doctorate in the field of study or closely related field (or recognized by a country’s Ministry of Education or Counsel of Higher Education) and: at least 18 graduate credits in Elementary Education or in the area of instruction (e.g.

Science, Social Studies, Reading, Math); or completed a dissertation or published peer-reviewed research in Elementary Education or in the area of instruction (e.g. Science, Social Studies, Reading, Math); · At least 7 years of verifiable experience as an elementary school teacher required. · Candidates should possess a significant record of intellectual and professional contributions to the field of Elementary Education.

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· Strong relationship-building skills with students with diverse backgrounds. · Effective teaching experience at the degree level of program (preferred). · Online experience at the degree level of program (preferred.). Ideally, a candidate should be able to demonstrate: · Success at building effective student learning relationships that support mutual inquiry and quality student progress and learning outcomes. · Strong servant leadership dispositions.

This includes the ability to listen carefully to students, and to be approachable and supportive within Walden’s policies. · Strong time-management and co-project management skills. Ideally, a candidate should be strongly committed to: · Supporting the development of Walden University students to foster positive social change as scholar-practitioners. · Best practices in teaching, research, advising and mentoring. · The ongoing professional development of themselves as faculty.

· The willingness to perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time. Technology Proficiency/Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Faculty members are required to have an adequate computer to manage an electronic learning platform, keyboard, pointing device, and computer monitor. All other tools are knowledge-based or training-based through Walden University. The Faculty Member must be able to use Microsoft Office products (MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint), zip software, and Adobe Acrobat, and must have reliable Internet access as well as alternate access in cases where primary access becomes unavailable.

Candidates should possess a significant record of intellectual and professional contributions to the field of education, including experience in the practice mathematics, science, and technology with a working knowledge of contemporary issues in education and curriculum and instruction. Commitment to advocating for the learning and development needs of students earning their degrees in a distance learning environment.

Teaching, advising, and mentoring; commitment to the promotion of applied research and the recruitment and development of a diverse faculty; excellent leadership, communication, team, and human relations skills. Experience with online instruction preferred. Faculty Members must be appropriately credentialed, possess an earned degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a country's Master of education in the discipline being taught, and may be expected to be licensed or license-eligible to teach in specific programs.

Faculty Members must maintain their licenses and any appropriate certifications to continue to teach at Walden University. Faculty Members are also expected to maintain currency with research by writing and reviewing articles, journals, and presentations. If participating in research, the Faculty Member may publish and acknowledge Walden University All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation Walden More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree online at Walden.

We offer more than 100 online degrees and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission ( hlcommission.org ). Visit WaldenU.edu for more information, and follow Walden on Instagram , Facebook , and LinkedIn . We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

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