Adjunct Professor - MA ECE

The Community Solution Education System•Pasadena, CA

3d•$25 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School is currently recruiting Adjunct Professors for the Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education program. Instructional assignments are based in Pasadena, California, with opportunities for off-site and online teaching. Pacific Oaks College and Children's School, located in Pasadena, California, is a nonprofit institution rooted in Quaker values and a strong social justice heritage. The College offers bachelor’s, master’s, a doctorate, and certificate programs in education, human development, counseling, and related fields, while the Children’s School is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in anti-bias education, emergent curriculum, and peaceful conflict resolution. Together, they foster inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments that honor the unique potential of every individual. Employees join a mission-driven community committed to respect, diversity, social justice, and lifelong learning. The Department of Early Childhood Education prepares educators and practitioners who are committed to equity, inclusion, and the well-being of children, families, and communities through reflective, socially just, and practice-informed education. The Adjunct Professor delivers high-quality undergraduate instruction that bridges theory and professional practice, supporting adult learners through equity-centered, constructivist, and trauma-informed pedagogy.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Relevant professional experience in Early Childhood Education.
Knowledge of adult learning theory.
Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate 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 Early Childhood Education or related field.
Publications or research in early childhood education.
Proficiency in Canvas LMS, Microsoft Office Suite, and online teaching tools.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level Early Childhood Education courses within the Master of Arts program.
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.