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Education
The Education Department at Keene State College is seeking qualified applicants for adjunct faculty position in Elementary Education, for the 2026-27 academic year. This is a part-time benefited position. We seek applicants who can teach the following foundational courses in the program:
EDUC 321 Elementary Methods: Literacy and Social Studies - Integration of theoretical and practical approaches to literacy and social studies instruction in grades K-6. Application of curriculum development (lesson planning and cross-curricular integration), structured literacy instruction and assessment, children's literature, pedagogical practices and arts integration through extended clinical experiences.
The Education Department at Keene State College is in the ongoing process of enhancing the curriculum in our program to better prepare our future educators for today’s diverse classrooms. The department utilizes assessments, feedback from the field, and our collective expertise to continually improve and evolve the education program. The Education Department includes both undergraduate and graduate programs in the preparation of teachers. Keene State College holds CAEP accreditation for all educator preparation programs.
The Education Department Strives To Prepare Education Professionals Who
Explore the dynamic nature of the teaching and learning process;
Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors that meet high standards;
Understand the world from multiple perspectives; and
Contribute to a just and equitable world.
Required Qualifications:
Earned master’s degree in education or related field by August 1, 2026.
Minimum of five years full-time teaching experience in public schools at the elementary level (K-6)
Availability to teach in-person, during the day (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am-12pm
Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in literacy content and pedagogy
Experience teaching in an inclusive environment with diverse student populations (examples: SES, students with IEPs and 504 plans, ELL, cultural, and racial/ethnic)
College teaching experience
Supervision experience
Applicant Instructions
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Contact Information for 3 Professional References
Compensation Pay Range
$800 per credit or $840 with a terminal degree.
Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.
EEO Statement:
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources
Location: Keene
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