Adjunct Pool - Bachelor's Degree for Professionals

Adjunct Pool - Bachelor's Degree for Professionals

Position Title - Adjunct Pool - Bachelor's Degree for Professionals

Position Category - Adjunct

FLSA - Exempt

Position Status - Adjunct

Location

University Background - Cal Lutheran is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and McNair Institution, and we are looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multi-cultural and multi-racial communities, particularly in mentoring African American, Latinx, and Native American students. Cal Lutheran encourages applicants from all faiths or none, and advocates for justice and fairness for all people. We are an accredited, private, comprehensive university dedicated to engaging students in critical inquiry and educating leaders for a global society. Cal Lutheran is home to more than 3,100 undergraduate and graduate students who come from 67 countries and represent a variety of faiths. 52% of Cal Lutheran students are from underrepresented groups, and 43% of freshmen are first generation students. Cal Lutheran Faculty are 32% people of color. The mission of the University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice.

Basic Function - Under the direction of the Program Director, the Adjunct Faculty Member is responsible for providing academic instruction to students for the assigned undergraduate courses.

Representative Duties - Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings. Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate. Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, and university mission/goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record. Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner. Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery. Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of - Current theory and practice within the subject disciplinePrinciples and best practices of effective teaching

Ability To - Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field or disciplineDeliver course curricula in various learning stylesExhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of University students.Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experienceMaintain professional standards that protect student confidentialityCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy

Minimum Qualifications - Possession of a master's degree from a graduate institution of recognized standing or equivalent experience and professional recognition.

Preferred Qualifications - None

Licenses and other requirements - None

Physical Abilities - Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment; speaking to exchange information, provide instruction and make presentations; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; pushing, pulling or lifting light objects; bending and reaching to store and/or retrieve files.

Working Environment - Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety of classroom sites on campus.

Hiring Range - $32 - $34.50

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number - Adjunct000372019

Number of Vacancies - Dependent upon enrollment

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Open Date - 06/01/2020

Close Date - 05/31/2027

Open Until Filled - No

Application Procedure/Special Instructions - The Cal Lutheran Bachelor's Degree for Professionals program invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty positions for the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms. New applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Applicants will be contacted by the Program Director based upon need and applicant qualifications.We are accepting applications for the following disciplines: Accounting, Business Management, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Computer Science, English, Religion, Biology, Philosophy, Psychology, Economics, & Mathematics.

Statement - California Lutheran University is an accredited, private, comprehensive university located midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. Cal Lutheran is home to more than 3,100 undergraduate and graduate students who come from more than 66 countries and represent a wide variety of faiths. 48% of Cal Lutheran students are international students or from underrepresented groups, and over 40% of first-time freshmen are first generation students. Over 45% of graduate students in the School of Management are international students. The University encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of Cal Lutheran to apply.Additional information may be found at All offers will be contingent upon the completion of a successful background check.California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's policies, procedures, and processes.Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.