Adjunct Professor - Visual Programming and Web Development (HTML and PHP)

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Adjunct faculty members must have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to effective teaching in undergraduate courses as well as teaching in computer labs. Adjuncts are also expected to have knowledge of ways to instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students as well as the ability to write syllabi and follow course plans. ​

QUALIFICATIONS

Masters in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university. .

Industrial programming experience preferred.

Commitment to teaching excellence required. A minimum of one year teaching experience in higher education preferred.

Ability to learn relevant sections of Point Loma Nazarene University’s online integrated database system for student grading and the University’s learning management system.

Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.

Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, faculty agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.

• The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

The number of adjunct instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Please realize that there may not presently be an adjunct position available. When an opening becomes available for which you would be a good match, the department chair will be in contact with you for further dialogue, interviews, etc.

Approved applicants will remain in the adjunct pool for the upcoming school year only. To be reconsidered for the following school year, applicant will need to reapply. If hired, official transcripts will be required from all undergraduate and graduate universities attended before a contract is issued.

When beginning your application, be prepared to answer these Adjunct questions and upload the following documents :

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

2 Letters of References (for confidential references, have letters sent to the Department Chair)

Unofficial Transcripts

3 Teacher Evaluations (if available)

If you have questions about items for the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@pointloma.edu or Dr. Zack at mzack@pointloma.edu.

At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

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.