Lecturer - Educational Leadership (Multiple Positions)

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) and the Division of Graduate and Continuing Education welcome passionate educators to join our team as an adjunct faculty member. Courses may require teaching in person, and there may be a need to be on campus. Some courses may be offered fully online. 

UMF's Division of Graduate and Continuing Education offer a high quality learning experience with educators who are well-respected in their areas of expertise. They provide you with the latest teaching and administrative best practices in a personalized atmosphere where your learning and growth as an educator are paramount.

 

The following courses may be offered to part-time adjunct faculty members during the 2025-2026 academic year:

Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel (EDU 552)

This course provides an overview of supervisory practice in public schools. It draws upon effective schools, effective teaching, teacher and adult development, and supervisory practice literature as a foundation for direct assistance to teachers and general supervisory work. The course includes Maine State Law regarding hiring and dismissal practices, just cause, contract issues, dismissal, non-renewal, progressive discipline, and complaint investigation. 

School Finance (EDU 553) 

This course presents a comprehensive introduction to resource acquisition, management, and leadership at the school level. Further, it is designed to engage students in exploring the practical realities of resource leadership and to examine in depth their own skills and knowledge in light of their goals for school leadership. Specifically, in the course students will:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of resource acquisition, management, and deployment as a central part of their leadership effectiveness. 
• Understand the procedural and legal parameters for financial and other resource acquisition, management, and deployment.
• Build skills and understanding for leading this dimension of the school effectively.

 

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• Lesson planning
• Assignment design
• Grading
• Correspondence with students
• Course coordination meetings
• Required orientation and trainings (i.e., compliance training)

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or a closely related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience in a public school setting
• Academic preparation adequate for the course(s) to be taught

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two (2) years' college teaching experience
• Licensed in Maine as a Building Administrator or Superintendent

Technology Requirements: 

Part-time faculty members teaching at the University of Maine at Farmington are required to have the appropriate technology to teach in a fully online environment. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Computer (laptop) with appropriate amounts of processing speed
• High-speed internet connection
• Webcam
• Microphone

 

Salary & Benefits: 

Part-time faculty members are compensated on a per-credit-hour basis, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and in accordance with the Maine Part-Time Faculty Association (PATFA) contract. Teaching opportunities in future semesters are based on course funding, performance, need and availability. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.

Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits provided by the University of Maine System.

 

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below and create an applicant profile, complete a brief application, and upload:

• A cover letter, which describes qualifications, interests, and suitability for any of the position(s)
• A resume/curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

 Important information to know:

• Review of applications will begin at the end of the business day on July 11, 2025.
• We are not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
• Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered.
• If materials are received after the r