Adjunct Instructor - Special Education

About Holy Family University

Holy Family University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth founded in 1954. The University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown PA. The main campus is nestled in the heart of a historic residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia that is vibrant and just minutes from the excitement of Center City. The Newtown campus is located in Bucks County surrounded by nature and a step away from parks, farmers’ markets and great dining.

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Position Summary 

The School of Education invites applications for Adjunct Instructor of Education to teach graduate and undergraduate special education courses. The start date is Summer semester 2026. 

All employees must understand the mission of Catholic higher education and be committed to the core values, mission, goals and objectives of Holy Family University.

The successful candidate should have demonstrated excellence in teaching, preferably at the higher education level.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching graduate and undergraduate level courses in a variety of formats, including face-to-face and online (asynchronous and synchronous) following the University’s academic standards and guidelines.
• Maintaining academic excellence in the classroom
• Facilitate active learning experiences and practical exercises to enhance student comprehension and application of educational concepts.
• Provide grades and feedback to students in a timely manner.
• Respond to email correspondence from Deans, Coordinators, and students in a timely manner.
• Use the Learning Management System (CANVAS) appropriately for all classes.
• Utilize advising software (CRM Advise) to identify student issues and alert support offices within the university in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Special Education teacher, preferably in PA
• Master’s Degree in Education, earned doctorate preferred.
• Experience teaching special education in K-12 schools

Interested candidates should submit:

• A 1–2-page cover letter that addresses the following:
  • Reason(s) for interest in this position 
  • Summary of teaching philosophy and examples of how these are applied in course delivery
  • Any other information that may be useful to the search committee 
• A curriculum vitae that includes a list of college courses previously taught, indicating the format in which each were taught (face-to-face, synchronous online, asynchronous online, and/or blended/hybrid).
• Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation

Qualified candidates are invited to apply for this position by submitting a current CV, cover letter, and any additional materials requested above under the Qualifications section. Please visit our career center to apply directly. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Holy Family University seeks to foster a welcoming and a healthy educational and work environment based on respect, the dignity of each person and the oneness of the human family. Holy Family University is dedicated to ensuring an environment free of discrimination or harassment of any kind, and promotes equal opportunity in its employment and education.

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