skip to main content

Bluffton University

Menu

Adjunct Professor in Graduate Programs in Education

POSITION SUMMARY:
Graduate Programs in Education seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach graduate courses in educational leadership, literacy and/or administration. The adjunct faculty member will provide high-quality instruction that integrates theory, research, and professional practice to prepare current and aspiring education leaders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Faculty responsibilities

  • Teach assigned courses in educational administration (e.g., educational leadership, school law, finance, policy, supervision, organizational theory, ethics and/or literacy).
  • Design and deliver course instruction aligned with program outcomes, accreditation standards, and institutional policies.
  • Develop syllabi, learning activities, assessments, and instructional materials consistent with approved course descriptions.
  • Evaluate and provide timely, constructive feedback on student work.
  • Maintain regular communication with students and hold virtual or in-person office hours as required.
  • Use the institution’s learning management system (LMS) to manage course content, grading, and communication.
  • Uphold academic integrity, accessibility standards, and inclusive teaching practices.
  • Participate in required training, orientation, and assessment activities related to adjunct teaching

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum

  • Earned doctorate in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, or a closely related field (ABD will be considered).
  • For Reading Endorsement classes, a Master’s Degree and K-12 Reading Endorsement are required.
  • Demonstrated professional experience in K-12 literacy, educational leadership or administration (e.g., principal, superintendent, central office administrator, higher education administrator).
  • Evidence of subject-matter expertise in educational administration or literacy.

Preferred

  • Higher education teaching experience, particularly at the graduate level.
  • Experience with online or hybrid instruction and learning management systems.
  • Knowledge of accreditation standards (e.g., CAEP, INTASC, IRA) and evidence-based leadership practices.
  • Active engagement in professional practice, research, or scholarly activity.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: Primarily a sedentary position with online or hybrid teaching.

COMPENSATION:
Adjunct salary.

DEADLINE:
Review of applications begins immediately and continues until an appointment is made.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Applications are considered complete when the following materials are received at the office indicated below:

Send application materials to:
Human resources
Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817-2104

hr@bluffton.edu

Employment decisions are based on merit and university needs, and not on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University expressly reserves its rights to appoint faculty and staff who share a commitment to the Christian faith which is consistent with the Mennonite/Anabaptist beliefs of the university’s founding and supporting church. EOE.

Posted 2/10/2026

Top