Adjunct Pool (2026-2027)/Kinesiology

Point Loma Nazarene University • San Diego, CA

6d • $5,013 - $6,684

About The Position

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences at Point Loma Nazarene University is seeking adjunct instructors for undergraduate programs in Health Science, Sport Science, and Dietetics, as well as the Master of Science in Kinesiology. Courses may cover biomechanics, fitness assessment and exercise prescription, sport management, exercise physiology, strength training, corrective exercise, and physical activity or activity-specific instruction such as tennis, martial arts, yoga, and group fitness. Responsibilities may begin in mid-August or late December, depending on the semester. The number of instructors hired varies according to departmental needs, and there may not be a current opening. Approved applicants remain in the adjunct pool for the upcoming school year and must reapply for the following year. If hired, official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions must be provided before a contract is issued.

Adjunct faculty are expected to demonstrate effective teaching and service and to support the mission of PLNU, a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition. Candidates should be committed to Christian liberal arts education and support the university’s religious and educational goals. Faculty agree to live in accordance with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant. A desire to involve students in research is preferred. The job offer is contingent on successful completion of a background check. The salary guide for a three-unit, full-semester appointment is $5,013–$6,684; actual pay depends on the number of units.

Requirements

• An advanced degree in Kinesiology, Health Science, Dietetics, or a closely related field; an MA or MS is accepted.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to effective undergraduate or graduate teaching.
• Knowledge of ways to instruct, manage, motivate, and evaluate students.
• Commitment to Christian liberal arts education and willingness to work in an evangelical institution in the Wesleyan tradition.
• Support for the religious and educational goals of the university and its sponsoring denomination.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.
• Agreement to live in accordance with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. or Ed.D.
• Experience in professional organizations related to exercise science.
• Potential for outstanding teaching.
• Desire to involve students in research.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses.
• Invest in students.
• Participate in institutional activities as appropriate.
• Involve students in research or professional experience as appropriate.
• Instruct, manage, motivate, and evaluate students using strategies and techniques appropriate to effective undergraduate or graduate teaching.

What This Job Offers

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