Adjunct Instructor, Early Childhood Education

As an Adjunct Instructor at Relay Graduate School of Education, your primary responsibilities will include teaching courses in Early Childhood Education, engaging in course preparation and professional development, ensuring an exceptional student experience, and providing feedback on curriculum design. You will be responsible for facilitating engaging online classes, conducting office hours, grading assignments, and continuously working on improving the educational delivery based on student feedback.

To qualify for the Adjunct Instructor position at Relay Graduate School of Education, candidates must possess at least five years of effective teaching experience at the early childhood level, a relevant graduate degree (master's or doctorate), and demonstrated online teaching experience. Ideal candidates should also show a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.

The schedule for the Adjunct Instructor role at Relay Graduate School of Education is quite flexible, allowing you to work from anywhere in the U.S. You can manage your time effectively, as the average commitment is approximately 10-15 hours per week. You also have the option to teach more than one course if your schedule permits.

Relay Graduate School of Education offers a competitive salary structure for Adjunct Instructors based on credit hours. For instance, a 1-credit course pays $2,961, a 2-credit course pays $5,301, and a 3-credit course pays $7,641, all with 35 enrolled students. Relay emphasizes pay equity and does not negotiate salaries.

The Adjunct Instructor role at Relay Graduate School of Education significantly impacts aspiring teachers by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and support needed for effective teaching. By facilitating engaging courses and mentoring student teachers, you directly contribute to their professional growth and success in underserved communities.

When answering this question, highlight your beliefs about how children learn best and the importance of inclusive, student-centered teaching. Discuss how your teaching approach aligns with Relay’s values of social justice and equity, and provide examples of how this philosophy has informed your practice.

You should talk about your previous roles where you've taught online or facilitated professional development for adults. Be specific about the methods you used, the technologies you employed, and how you engaged students effectively in a virtual environment to foster learning.

Discuss various assessment strategies you’ve utilized in online teaching, such as discussion forums, peer evaluations, and quizzes. Emphasize how you provide constructive feedback and support students in understanding their strengths and areas for improvement.

Explain how you incorporate culturally relevant materials and teaching techniques into your courses. Provide examples of how you've adapted your content to reflect diverse student backgrounds and experiences, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

Share specific strategies you implement that foster motivation in adult learners, such as setting clear goals, providing relevant content, encouraging self-direction, and building a supportive community. Mention how you adapt your techniques based on the unique needs of adult students.

Provide a specific instance where you collected feedback from students and made meaningful changes to improve the course. Discuss what adjustments you made, how you assessed their effectiveness, and the outcomes of these changes.

In your response, describe techniques you use to create a welcoming and engaging online environment. This may include regular check-ins, personalized communication, and creating opportunities for peer interaction to foster a sense of community.

Be prepared to discuss specific challenges, such as technology issues or student engagement, and outline the strategies you employed to resolve them. Focus on your adaptability and resourcefulness in finding solutions to ensure successful teaching experiences.

In your answer, emphasize your commitment to student success by discussing available resources, personalized feedback, creating action plans, and encouraging open communication to understand their needs and challenges better.

Express your enthusiasm for Relay’s mission, values, and focus on social justice in education. Provide personal anecdotes of how this aligns with your experiences and aspirations as an educator, and why you believe in Relay’s vision for teacher preparation.