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San Diego, California, United States
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PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.
Job Summary:
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions.Job Status:
Part time***
Job Description:
PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.
Job Summary:
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions.
Salary:
PLNU adjunct pay: Using a 3-unit full semester appointment as a pay guide, the adjunct pay range is $5,013 - $6,684. The units will determine the actual salary.
Job Status:
Part time
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Job Description:
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions in the undergraduate programs (Health Science, Sport Science, and Dietetics) and the (Master of Science in Kinesiology) to teach courses in one or more of the following areas:
Responsibilities begin mid-August or late December, depending on the semester. Qualified applicants should have an advanced degree in Kinesiology, Health Science, Dietetics or a closely-related field. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate effective teaching and service and will embrace the mission of Point Loma Nazarene University. A desire to involve students in research is also preferred. The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is comprised of 15 full-time faculty members with a strong commitment to high quality teaching, service, and applied scholarship. There are approximately 400 majors working toward one of three bachelor's degrees— Health Science, Sport Science and Dietetics—who are drawn to the department for its commitment to educating students for the healthcare, fitness and teaching/coaching professions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Adjunct faculty members must have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to effective undergraduate or graduate teaching. Adjuncts are also expected to have knowledge of ways to instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students and do the following:
QUALIFICATIONS
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, applicants 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:
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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.
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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.