Teacher Education Adjunct Faculty - Spring 2026 (Hilltop Campus)

Job Title: Teacher Education Adjunct Faculty - Spring 2026 (Hilltop Campus) Job Summary: Our Mission: The University of San Francisco (USF) is a private, urban University with a global perspective that educates leaders who will fashion a more humane and just world. The University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional students the knowledge, skills, and values needed to be leaders in their field, life-long learners, and in service to others. USF draws from the cultural, intellectual, and economic resources of the San Francisco Bay Area and its location on the Pacific Rim to enrich its educational programs. The USF Teacher Education program (TED) prepares strong, dedicated, and creative teachers for today’s increasingly diverse schools. The teachers we graduate are reflective practitioners who foster intellectual growth, holistic development, and multicultural democratic community in their classrooms and schools. They strive to provide their students – especially those most vulnerable to systemic injustices – an equitable, responsive, and empowering education. Our graduates develop a vision informed by principles and theories of education, and an array of pedagogical and conceptual tools grounded in classroom practice. At the same time, they understand the challenges and complexities of teaching, especially within urban contexts. Full Job Description: The Teacher Education Department in the School of Education at the University of San Francisco is seeking adjunct instructors to teach the courses listed below. Positions are available Spring 2026 for hybrid instruction. Below are descriptions of the courses that need staffing. Course Number TEC 608: Multiple Subject Curriculum & Instruction: Science Course Description Study of research and practice related to science subject-matter content, instructional methods, materials, and media appropriate for teaching math equitably within the elementary school curriculum. 2 Credit hours Course Schedule Class meets on Thursdays from 4:45 pm-6:30 pm. Dates: January 26-May 14 Credits/Compensation Compensation is $2,256 per credit. Format This course will be offered as a Hybrid learning format for Spring 2026 (meeting 11 times in person and 4 times remotely). ***** Course Number TEC 609: Multiple Subject Curriculum & Instruction: Math Course Description Study of research and practice related to math and physical education subject-matter content, instructional methods, materials, and media appropriate for teaching math equitably within the elementary school curriculum. 2 Credit hours Course Schedule Class meets on Thursdays from 6:45 pm-08:30 pm pm. Dates: January 26-May 14 Credits/Compensation Compensation is $2,256 per credit. Format This course will be offered as a Hybrid learning format for Spring 2026 (meeting 11 times in person and 4 times remotely). ***** Course Number TEC 643: Education of Exceptional Children Course Description Introduction to special education that recognizes the differences and the similarities of the needs of exceptional and non-exceptional pupils, utilizes nondiscriminatory assessment of such needs, and applies diagnostic information toward modification of school curricula and instructional methods and materials, including study of assistive and adaptive technologies for the classroom. 3 Credit hours Course Schedule Class meets on Wednesdays from 4:45-7:15 pm. Dates: Dates: January 26-May 14 Credits/Compensation Compensation is $2,256 per credit. Format This course will be offered as a Hybrid learning format for Spring 2026 (meeting 11 times in person and 4 times remotely). ***** Course Number TEC 612: Reading and Language Arts Course Description Focuses on theoretical principles, relevant curriculum, and pedagogical strategies necessary for developing and maintaining a balanced comprehensive literacy program that addresses the full range of learners in grades 4-8 and includes reading, writing, listening, speaking and critical literacy. Includes reading and writing workshop. Candidates learn to design small group and whole-class teaching grounded in assessment and based on students’ strengths, interests, and needs. Course Schedule Class meets on Tuesdays from 4:45-7:15 pm. Dates: Dates: January 26-May 14 Credits/Compensation Compensation is $2,256 per credit. Format This course will be offered as a Hybrid learning format for Spring 2026 (meeting 11 times in person and 4 times remotely). ***** Qualifications: Qualifications include an earned masters of education, K-12 teaching experience, and relevant expertise. Instructions for applying: Please submit (a) cover letter stating qualifications and identify which course/courses you are interested in teaching, (b) resume or curriculum vitae and, (c) three recommendation letters concerning your teaching qualifications for this application. Please be sure to upload your own letters of recommendation within this application in the Questionnaire section. If the department is interested in your application for a specific course, you will be contacted. Please contact Melissa Duphily (mduphily@usfca.edu) for any questions regarding a teaching position. The University of San Francisco is an equal opportunity institution of higher education. The University does not discriminate in employment, educational services and academic programs on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except minors), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related and genetic-related) and disability, and the other bases prohibited by law. The University reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities under the law. Full-Time/Part-Time: Part time Pay Rate: Salary Salary Range : $2,256 per credit The University of San Francisco is located in the heart of one of the world’s most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields. Its diverse student body enjoys direct access to faculty, small classes and outstanding opportunities in the city itself. USF is San Francisco's first university, and its Jesuit Catholic mission helps ignite a student’s passion for social justice and a desire to “Change the World From Here.” For more information, visit www.usfca.edu. Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy The University of San Francisco is an equal opportunity institution of higher education. The University does not discriminate in employment, educational services, or academic programs on the basis of an individual's race, color, ethnicity, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except minors), sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related and genetic-related), disability and military status or any other basis prohibited by law. The University reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities under the law. 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