Adjunct Faculty Pool for Journalism, Writing, and Modern Language

3 days ago


San Diego, California, United States Point Loma Nazarene University Full time
Job Summary

The Point Loma Nazarene University community is a distinctly Christian community, characterized by shared beliefs, corporate practices, and Christ-like character.

Job Overview

We are seeking adjunct faculty to join our pool for teaching courses in various subjects, including college composition, literature, foreign language (Spanish and French), and journalism.

Responsibilities
  • Teach courses in a variety of subjects, including college composition, literature, foreign language (Spanish and French), and journalism.
  • Develop and deliver syllabi and illustrated lectures.
  • Manage, motivate, and evaluate students.
  • Have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to teaching undergraduate level.
Qualifications
  • Masters in a specified discipline from an accredited college.
  • Doctorate preferred.
  • Commitment to teaching excellence required.
  • A minimum of one year teaching experience in higher education preferred.
  • Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators, and educational institution representatives in a professional manner.
  • Ability to learn relevant sections of Point Loma Nazarene University's online integrated database system for student grading.
  • Ability to adapt syllabi to include already established program, department, and university student learning outcomes.
  • Demonstrated Christian faith life and involvement in a local Christian church.
Special Instructions

The number of adjunct instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the department.

Approved applicants will remain in the adjunct pool for the upcoming school year only.

To be reconsidered for the following school year, applicants will need to reapply.

If hired, official transcripts will be required from all undergraduate and graduate universities attended before a contract is issued.

Application must be completed in one sitting.

At the time of completing application, you will need the following documents to upload:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • 2 Letters of References
  • Unofficial Transcripts for highest degree completed
  • 3 Teacher Evaluations (if available)

PLNU is a vibrant Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition with an undergraduate and graduate student body of around 4000, including over 40% students of color.

PLNU seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled in the practice of teaching and scholarship.

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide quality educational and employment opportunities, PLNU actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

As a religious institution, PLNU retains the right to exercise religious preference in employing faculty and staff who agree with and support the religious mission of the University.



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