Adjunct Professor – Education & Special Education

Pacific Oaks Education • Pasadena, CA

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

Pacific Oaks College and Children's School is recruiting an Adjunct Professor in Education and Special Education for instructional assignments based in Pasadena, California, with opportunities for off-site and online instruction. The Department of Education prepares educators and practitioners who are committed to equity, inclusion, and student success through reflective, socially just, and practice-informed education. The Adjunct Professor in Education delivers high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction that bridges theory and professional practice, supporting adult learners through equity-centered, constructivist, and trauma-informed pedagogy.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Relevant professional experience in Education.
• Knowledge of educational theory, curriculum development, and effective teaching practices in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in an online format using a Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas).
• Commitment to Pacific Oaks College’s mission and social justice values.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Education or related field.
• Publications or research in Education.
• Proficiency in Canvas LMS, Microsoft Office Suite, and online teaching tools.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate Education and Special Education courses.
• Engage adult learners through inclusive pedagogy.
• Assess student learning and maintain records.
• Foster respectful and supportive learning environments.
• Communicate professionally with students and academic leadership.

Benefits

• generous paid time-off
• medical and dental insurance coverage
• life and disability insurance
• retirement plan with employer contribution
• multiple flexible spending accounts
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level