Adjunct Faculty, Educational Leadership

American College of Education

. Maintain a strong academic presence and pursue professional development in teaching, scholarly or creative works, and service .

Posted 9/25/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $50 - $126 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in K12 education leadership and online teaching methodologies, with a strong focus on student engagement, performance analysis, and ethical conduct in academic settings. Maintains a commitment to professional development and collaboration within educational institutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Earned Terminal DegreeActive Principal LicenseK12 Principal ExperienceOnline Teaching ExperienceExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Teaching ExperienceCourse DevelopmentStudent Performance AnalysisOnline Learning FacilitationResearch and Creative Endeavors

Soft Skills

Organization SkillsTime Management SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Online Learning PlatformsElectronic Communication Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Principal LicenseSuperintendent License

Industry Keywords

K12 EducationHigher EducationEthical ConductPlagiarism AwarenessCollege Mission Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain a strong academic presence and pursue professional development in teaching, scholarly or creative works, and service
Report and work directly under the department chair's leadership
Interact directly with students in an appropriate, professional manner
Facilitate a safe and productive online learning environment
Respond promptly to student requests and contact inactive students as needed
Review course functionality and content to ensure high-quality delivery
Enhance course content with personal experience, insights, and professional knowledge
Monitor assignments and provide appropriate student feedback
Synthesize and report student performance data
Support program and institutional policies, procedures, and guidelines
Aid student learning of ethical conduct related to plagiarism and copyright infringement
Direct students to supplemental resources
Collaborate with colleagues and college leadership, including attending required meetings
Promote the college's vision, mission, and culture
Provide leadership within one's sphere of influence
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, seminars, publications, networks, and professional societies
Maintain knowledge of emerging departmental issues and trends
Support and promote research to ensure program and course quality
Communicate with students and ACE employees in real time using online and electronic media

Requirements

What you’ll need

Earned terminal degree(s) in a field associated with the department
Active Principal or Superintendent License
K12 principal experience and current principal license
1+ year of experience in teaching and leadership in a formal educational setting
Experience using traditional and non-traditional teaching formats
Higher education teaching experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience developing online/virtual professional relationships
Evidence of professional research and/or creative endeavors and expertise in the field
Exceptional communication, organization, and time management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and collaboratively with department personnel
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Minimum 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload internet speeds at the remote work location
Must support and embrace the College's Impact mission
Candidates cannot reside in Alaska, Washington D.C., Massachusetts, South Dakota, or Alabama

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid committee opportunities
Payment for writing and developing courses
Virtual-first work environment
Inclusive work environment
Recognition as a Best Place to Work and Top Workplace
Remote work arrangement
Employee wellness and sense-of-belonging initiatives