Adjunct Instructor for Social Sciences and Sociology
Adjunct Instructor for Social Sciences and Sociology
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07-04-2025
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Summary Description: The Adjunct Instructor for Social Sciences and Sociology reports to the Chair of Social Sciences and Humanities and is responsible for teaching lower and upper division courses on either the traditional campus or the evening Professional and Graduate Studies campus. The traditional campus is located on Mt. Tabor in SE Portland and our Professional and Graduate Studies courses run in SE Portland. Terms on the traditional campus typically run 15 weeks and terms in the evening courses run five weeks for undergraduate programs and six weeks for graduate.
We need instructors with graduate degrees who have taken graduate courses in the area of instruction for the following subject areas:
Essential Functions:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Demands Work Environment:
The position is located in a typical office environment. Professional/business casual attire is required
To apply please read the Employment and Lifestyle Standards statement below then complete the online application atwww.warnerpacific/jobs. Please also submit the following with your application (you may attach these documents at the conclusion of the online application):
*Cover Letter
*Curriculum Vitae or Resume
*UnofficialTranscripts
*Essay Response to the Following Questions:
1. How does your personal faith reflect the principles stated in terms 1 2 and 3 of the Employment Standards (listed below)
2. How does your personal philosophy of education and commitment to the synthesis of faith and learning reflect the principles stated in items 4 5 6 7 and 8 (listed below)
Employment and Lifestyle Standards:
Warner Pacific is a Christcentered urban liberal artsUniversitydedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. TheUniversitywas founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson Indiana). Central to Warner Pacifics identity as a Christcentered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect:
1. A belief in the deity of and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith as interpreted through the historic witness of Scripture and the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit.
2. The practice of following Christ through daytoday personal lifestyle choices.
3. A vitality of Christian experience maturing in insight and application and appreciative of differing viewpoints.
4. A commitment to lifelong learning and service through personal and professional development.
5.For teaching faculty the expression of artful teaching based on mastery of relevant subject matter and in an environment of purposeful and rigorous inquiry amongst a community of scholars who support one another.
6. A capability by temperament preparation and will to support students as they confront the intellectual social physical emotional and spiritual challenges of their lives.
7. A sensitivity to and support for the mission core themes vision values ethos and traditions of the Warner PacificUniversitycommunity.
8. A commitment to teaching and serving in harmony with the doctrines of the Holy Bible.
Employee Agreement:
Missionbased hiring is of critical importance to Warner Pacific University. Employees are expected to demonstrate and articulate a vital Christian faith and to live in a manner consistent with a Christcentered lifestyle as informed by the Scriptures of the New Testament.
Warner Pacifics students faculty and staff are expected to foster an environment of mutual respect and accountability to care for the personal dignity of others and to exercise integrity in their conduct and communication. The University environment is expected to be free from discrimination and harassment (including bullying). When an individuals behavior has direct implications for others and/or the wellbeing of the University community there may be cause for institutional involvement regardless of where the situation occurs.
Warner Pacific University desires to provide a safe and healthy environment for staff faculty students visitors and guests. Therefore smoking is not permitted on University property in its vehicles or at any University sponsored event. The use of illegal or nonprescribed controlled substances is strictly prohibited. Use of alcoholic beverages or tobacco products is strictly prohibited on Warner Pacific University campuses.
Warner Pacific Universitys Mission:Warner Pacific is a Christcentered urban diverse minorityserving Hispanicserving liberal arts University dedicated to providing students with an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. Our hiring practices reflect our missional commitment to being a Christcentered institution.
Warner Pacific Universitys Commitment to Diversity:Warner Pacific Universityis an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse workforce of committed Christians from all racial ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.Warner Pacific University is committed to hiring staff and faculty with an intentionality that demonstrates the importance of having an employee community that reflects the racial and ethnic diversity of the students we serve. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Warner Pacific provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement for all employees and applicants regardless of race color sex gender national origin citizenship status disability age genetic information status with regard to public assistance veteran status and any other status protected by laws and regulations to which Warner Pacific is subject. All employment decisions including hiring promotions compensation benefits transfers and terminations are made in a manner that does not discriminate against individuals in the categories discussed above. Because Warner Pacific is a Christian liberal artsUniversity theUniversityexercises its legal right to hire Christian employees to fulfill its mission and purpose.
** NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and completing all required paperwork.
We need instructors with graduate degrees who have taken graduate courses in the area of instruction for the following subject areas:
- Human Development
- Sociology
- Criminology
- Psychology
- Counseling
- Social Science Research Methods
- Government: US State & Local US Legal System Policy Analysis International Relations
Essential Functions:
- Teach assigned courses in areas of social science modeling current best practices in teaching demonstrating a commitment to sound andragogical and pedagogical practices.
- Clearly communicate to students when and how to secure instruction and feedback outside of regular course meeting hours including use of University Learning Management System.
- Provide prompt and thorough feedback to students to ensure their ability to incorporate changes before subsequent assignments.
- Work collegially with faculty staff and students.
- Understand and promote the mission values and core themes of Warner Pacific University.
- Exhibit excellent communication skills in all interactions with faculty staff and students.
- Contribute to the support and implementation of the University Strategic Plan.
- Participate in Warner Pacific University professional development opportunities.
- Adhere to University policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate commitment to a Christian liberal arts education by upholding the mission of the University and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement.
- Exhibit commitment to inclusiveness and sensitivity in areas of national origin ethnicity culture gender and disabilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate degree with coursework in the field of instruction
- Experience working with diverse populations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in field of instruction
- Professional experience in the field.
- College teaching experience in relevant curriculum.
Physical Demands Work Environment:
The position is located in a typical office environment. Professional/business casual attire is required
To apply please read the Employment and Lifestyle Standards statement below then complete the online application atwww.warnerpacific/jobs. Please also submit the following with your application (you may attach these documents at the conclusion of the online application):
*Cover Letter
*Curriculum Vitae or Resume
*UnofficialTranscripts
*Essay Response to the Following Questions:
1. How does your personal faith reflect the principles stated in terms 1 2 and 3 of the Employment Standards (listed below)
2. How does your personal philosophy of education and commitment to the synthesis of faith and learning reflect the principles stated in items 4 5 6 7 and 8 (listed below)
Employment and Lifestyle Standards:
Warner Pacific is a Christcentered urban liberal artsUniversitydedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. TheUniversitywas founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson Indiana). Central to Warner Pacifics identity as a Christcentered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect:
1. A belief in the deity of and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith as interpreted through the historic witness of Scripture and the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit.
2. The practice of following Christ through daytoday personal lifestyle choices.
3. A vitality of Christian experience maturing in insight and application and appreciative of differing viewpoints.
4. A commitment to lifelong learning and service through personal and professional development.
5.For teaching faculty the expression of artful teaching based on mastery of relevant subject matter and in an environment of purposeful and rigorous inquiry amongst a community of scholars who support one another.
6. A capability by temperament preparation and will to support students as they confront the intellectual social physical emotional and spiritual challenges of their lives.
7. A sensitivity to and support for the mission core themes vision values ethos and traditions of the Warner PacificUniversitycommunity.
8. A commitment to teaching and serving in harmony with the doctrines of the Holy Bible.
Employee Agreement:
Missionbased hiring is of critical importance to Warner Pacific University. Employees are expected to demonstrate and articulate a vital Christian faith and to live in a manner consistent with a Christcentered lifestyle as informed by the Scriptures of the New Testament.
Warner Pacifics students faculty and staff are expected to foster an environment of mutual respect and accountability to care for the personal dignity of others and to exercise integrity in their conduct and communication. The University environment is expected to be free from discrimination and harassment (including bullying). When an individuals behavior has direct implications for others and/or the wellbeing of the University community there may be cause for institutional involvement regardless of where the situation occurs.
Warner Pacific University desires to provide a safe and healthy environment for staff faculty students visitors and guests. Therefore smoking is not permitted on University property in its vehicles or at any University sponsored event. The use of illegal or nonprescribed controlled substances is strictly prohibited. Use of alcoholic beverages or tobacco products is strictly prohibited on Warner Pacific University campuses.
Warner Pacific Universitys Mission:Warner Pacific is a Christcentered urban diverse minorityserving Hispanicserving liberal arts University dedicated to providing students with an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. Our hiring practices reflect our missional commitment to being a Christcentered institution.
Warner Pacific Universitys Commitment to Diversity:Warner Pacific Universityis an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse workforce of committed Christians from all racial ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.Warner Pacific University is committed to hiring staff and faculty with an intentionality that demonstrates the importance of having an employee community that reflects the racial and ethnic diversity of the students we serve. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Warner Pacific provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement for all employees and applicants regardless of race color sex gender national origin citizenship status disability age genetic information status with regard to public assistance veteran status and any other status protected by laws and regulations to which Warner Pacific is subject. All employment decisions including hiring promotions compensation benefits transfers and terminations are made in a manner that does not discriminate against individuals in the categories discussed above. Because Warner Pacific is a Christian liberal artsUniversity theUniversityexercises its legal right to hire Christian employees to fulfill its mission and purpose.
** NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and completing all required paperwork.
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