Adjunct Faculty: Foundations of Literacy II: Literacy Across the Content Areas at Bay Path University – Longmeadow, Massachusetts

Company Description:

Bay Path University is a private comprehensive university with a bold and innovative spirit. Known for its commitment to providing a practical and career-focused education, Bay Path offers a residential bachelors degree for women only on its Longmeadow, Massachusetts campus, as well as bachelors, masters and doctoral programs for both men and women on campuses in East Longmeadow, Boston, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico and online. In 2024, Bay Path expanded its reach and program offerings through the acquisition of Cambridge College, increasing its enrollment to approximately 5,000 learners, gaining new locations, strengthening its online presence, and broadening its career-focused programs. Respected for strong allied health, education and business programs, accessible online options, and a supportive community, Bay Path is an appealing choice for many students.

Job Description:

• Position Code: ADJOL
• Job Type: PT Adjunct
• Traditional On Ground or Online class: Synchronous Online
• Undergraduate or Graduate class: Graduate
• Date class is scheduled to begin: January 12, 2026
• Class schedule: Synchronous course with weekly Zoom meetings. Spring semester (January 12, 2026, through May 1, 2026)
• Duration of class: Spring semester (January 12, 2026, through May 1, 2026)
• Time of class: Weekly evening Zoom meetings required.

Foundations of Literacy II: Literacy Across the Content Areas- This course explores the role of literacy across the content areas, emphasizing strategies for integrating reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills in diverse disciplines. This course examines research-based instructional methods, culturally relevant pedagogy, and curriculum literacy practices to support literacy development in mathematics, science, social studies, and other subject areas. Special attention is given to disciplinary literacy, differentiation for diverse learners, and strategies for fostering engagement with complex texts. This course prepares individuals with the knowledge, skills, and tools to integrate literacy instruction seamlessly into the content areas, ensuring students become proficient readers, writers, and thinkers across all disciplines.

Compensation:

$500 - $1,200 per credit. Adjunct faculty pay rates vary, depending on the academic discipline and the course's credit load and level.

Requirements:

• Degree requirements for position: A minimum of a Master's degree in Special Education or related field (ie, Reading Specialist)
• Previous teaching experience: minimum of 5 years of teaching English Language Arts/Special Education in Massachusetts K12 Public Schools.
• Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose, and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.

Additional Information:

Bay Path University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

All qualified applicants for this position should attach a cover letter, resume / curriculum vitae, and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your candidacy. Please apply online. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.

Bay Path University is a smoke and tobacco-free community.

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background check.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position please email us at HR@baypath.edu or call 413-565-1157.