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Adjunct Assistant Professor – Educational Policy Studies (EPS)

Penn State University

Office

Penn State University Park, United States

Part Time

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College of Education invites applications for the part-time academic position of Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies (EPS).

The Adjunct Assistant Professor will serve as the Instructor of Record for EDLDR 861 and will be responsible for delivering the course in an online format, in accordance with departmental expectations.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Teaching course content and facilitating student learning in alignment with departmental expectations

  • Posting weekly announcements to guide students through the course

  • Proactively communicating with students and responding to inquiries in a timely manner

  • Holding office hours as needed to support student success

  • Providing detailed review and constructive feedback on all assignments

  • Returning graded assignments promptly to ensure timely academic progress

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong online teaching skills, responsiveness, and a commitment to student engagement and success.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

 

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Adjunct Assistant Professor – Educational Policy Studies (EPS)

Office

Penn State University Park, United States

Part Time

August 12, 2025

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