Adjunct Instructor Positions – Lifelong Learning and Adult Education Program

About this position

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. 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 Adjunct Instructor Positions – Lifelong Learning and Adult Education Program in the Department of Learning and Performance Systems, Penn State University. The Lifelong Learning and Adult Education (LLAED) program in the Department of Learning and Performance Systems is seeking multiple part-time adjunct instructors to teach graduate-level (master’s) courses, as well as one undergraduate course that is focused on writing and speech communication for adult learners. The courses are offered in an online asynchronous format over 15 to 16 weeks per semester. Courses may include topics such as: Adult learning theory and practice Health care education for adult learners Distance education and instructional design Educational research and assessment in adult education Our program serves a diverse population of adult learners, including working professionals, career changers, and lifelong learners seeking personal and professional growth. We are committed to inclusive, high-quality online instruction that reflects the values of adult education: learner-centeredness, relevance, and accessibility. Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate (Ph.D. or D.Ed.) in Adult Education, L

Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in online teaching, including the use of inclusive pedagogies and adult learning principles
• Experience teaching adult learners in higher education settings, particularly in asynchronous or hybrid online formats
• Familiarity with Canvas (Penn State’s Learning Management System) or similar online platforms
• Ability to engage with students multiple times per week, providing timely feedback, facilitating online discussions, and supporting learner success
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with a collaborative and student-centered approach

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