Job Details

Adjunct, Early Childhood Education

Position Number: 6582668
Location: West Long Branch, NJ
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education - Early Childhood

Adjunct, Early Childhood Education

Job Category: Adjunct
Requisition Number: ADJUN001229
Posted: September 18, 2025
Part Time
On-site
Rate:

Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University is seeking applications for an Adjunct Professor in Early Childhood Education in the Curriculum and Instruction department to teach in Spring or Fall 2026 semesters.

Part-time Adjunct Faculty members typically teach 3-6 credits per semester, with class schedules determined based on departmental needs and candidate availability. Courses are taught in person at the West Long Branch campus. Some courses could be online, depending on the departmental need. Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available. Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

This is an in-person, on-campus position that is not remote.

For additional information about the department, please visit the Department of Curriculum and Instruction webpage.

Additional Application Material Required:
Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
Contact Information for Three Professional References
Two Letters of Recommendation

Optional Documents:

None

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach 3-6 credits during the semester.
Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions, and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.

Enrichment Statement:
Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree or higher in early education or a related field.
Teaching experience in early childhood grades.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) reporting.
Experience teaching online.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We encourage candidates to include information in their cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their proposed role at Monmouth University.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:

Vecihi S. Zambak, Ph.D. at vzambak@monmouth.edu

Note to Applicants:

Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available. Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Tuition Remission
Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, 403(b) plan
On campus, Fitness Center – free membership

To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University

Department:
Curriculum & Instruction

Work Schedule:
varies

Total Weeks Per Year:
14

Expected Salary:
$1,100 per/credit

Union:
N/A

Job Posting Close Date
N/A

To apply, visit https://recruiting.ultipro.com/MON1000MON/JobBoard/d4da5ea7-24db-4f02-a484-7497ffffb76d/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=4dcbd763-8266-4051-a65f-7098117ebcf1

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