Job Description
Qualifications
Master's Degree or above with public school teaching experience and related licensure
Required Education Master's Degree
Responsibilities
Examples of courses may include seminars paired with clinical experiences, educational psychology, curriculum, assessment, methods, adolescent development, societal issues in adolescents, culturally sustaining education, intro to exceptionalities, and literacy courses
The course sections meet in various configurations including daytime, evening, hybrid, online and in person
This depends on the course and student needs
They will also participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion and then apply that understanding to guide their approach to all aspects of their job and the community as a whole
They will demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence's Mission and Vision statements
Job description
Teacher Education - Adjunct Instructor
3135 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, Connecticut, United States of America Req #131
Thursday, September 26, 2026
As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly +0 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2026 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2026 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu
The Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach a variety of courses in teacher education pedagogy, theory and practice. Examples of courses may include seminars paired with clinical experiences, educational psychology, curriculum, assessment, methods, adolescent development, societal issues in adolescents, culturally sustaining education, intro to exceptionalities, and literacy courses. The course sections meet in various configurations including daytime, evening, hybrid, online and in person. This depends on the course and student needs.
Requirements:
• Master's Degree or above with public school teaching experience and related licensure.
The successful candidate will actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed. They will also participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion and then apply that understanding to guide their approach to all aspects of their job and the community as a whole. They will demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence's Mission and Vision statements.
Application Instructions:
Please apply online and include curriculum vitae and a letter of application. Transcripts and letters of reference may be requested at a later date. Please provide accurate referee contact information with your application. Review of applications will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until filled.
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Other details
• Job Family Faculty
• Job Function Faculty
• Pay Type Salary
• Required Education Master's Degree
Apply Now
Master's Degree or above with public school teaching experience and related licensure
Required Education Master's Degree
Responsibilities
Examples of courses may include seminars paired with clinical experiences, educational psychology, curriculum, assessment, methods, adolescent development, societal issues in adolescents, culturally sustaining education, intro to exceptionalities, and literacy courses
The course sections meet in various configurations including daytime, evening, hybrid, online and in person
This depends on the course and student needs
They will also participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion and then apply that understanding to guide their approach to all aspects of their job and the community as a whole
They will demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence's Mission and Vision statements
Job description
Teacher Education - Adjunct Instructor
3135 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, Connecticut, United States of America Req #131
Thursday, September 26, 2026
As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly +0 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2026 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2026 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu
The Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach a variety of courses in teacher education pedagogy, theory and practice. Examples of courses may include seminars paired with clinical experiences, educational psychology, curriculum, assessment, methods, adolescent development, societal issues in adolescents, culturally sustaining education, intro to exceptionalities, and literacy courses. The course sections meet in various configurations including daytime, evening, hybrid, online and in person. This depends on the course and student needs.
Requirements:
• Master's Degree or above with public school teaching experience and related licensure.
The successful candidate will actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed. They will also participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion and then apply that understanding to guide their approach to all aspects of their job and the community as a whole. They will demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence's Mission and Vision statements.
Application Instructions:
Please apply online and include curriculum vitae and a letter of application. Transcripts and letters of reference may be requested at a later date. Please provide accurate referee contact information with your application. Review of applications will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until filled.
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Other details
• Job Family Faculty
• Job Function Faculty
• Pay Type Salary
• Required Education Master's Degree
Apply Now
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Teacher Education | Adjunct Instructor position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Fairfield offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
