Winter 2027 Instructor, Learning and Teaching

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Winter 2027 Instructor, Learning and Teaching

Department

Learning & Teaching

Salary Details

A minimum of $2,777.00 per credit.

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

The Graduate School of Education, Rutgers University invites applications for Part-Time Lecturer (PTL) teaching positions in the Department of Learning and Teaching during the Winter 2027 Session (Wednesday, December 23, 2026 through Friday, January 15, 2027).

Successful applicants will instruct undergraduate or graduate level courses in a demonstrated specialization and/or content areas (Math, Science, Literacy/English, Social Studies, Technology, Elementary Education, Language Education, Adult and Continuing Education and/or Foundation areas)

Courses will be taught in a range of modalities. Course appointments are in the New Brunswick area, as well as, hybrid/online format.

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Number

24FA0989

Posting Open Date

09/28/2026

Posting Close Date

12/23/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Masters Degree Required.

Doctorate Degree Preferred.

Applicants with other degrees from an accredited institution will be considered. Some prior teaching experience is also preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

The GSE consistently ranks among America’s best graduate schools of education. We’ve extended our track record once again, with U.S. News & World Report naming the GSE to its list of the nation’s to graduate schools of education. Respected faculty, innovative academic programs, groundbreaking research, and extensive service have established the GSE among the best graduate schools in the nation.

Since 1923, Rutgers’ Graduate School of Education (GSE) has been a national leader in preparing educators who create effective and equitable learning and in supporting researchers who discover the new knowledge that strengthens and advances their endeavors. As a professional school within Rutgers, a premier public research university and New Jersey’s state university, the GSE is uniquely positioned to offer rigorous master’s and doctoral degree programs as well as research-based professional education for teachers, administrators, and other education leaders.

Statement

Instructors are expected to return required paperwork, attend orientations, submit syllabi, respond to student emails, and submit assessments and final grades as per contract.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a concise statement of prior teaching experience, and 4) the names and contact information for three references. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until positions for the Winter 2026-27 session are filled.

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/236980

Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have experience teaching in Higher Education?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have experience teaching/working in a P -12 setting?

• Yes

• No

• Briefly describe your experience teaching adult learners.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Do you have experience teaching in an Urban setting?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Curriculum Vitae

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

• Teaching Interests

Optional Documents