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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 Gods 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 School of Nursing is seeking candidates for an adjunct teaching position in the traditional undergraduate program. The University is seeking an individual capable of excellent teaching.Job Status:
Part time***
Job Description:
Salary:
PLNU adjunct pay: Using a 3unit full semester appointment as a pay guide the adjunct pay range is $4860 $6480 . The units will determine the actual salary.
Responsibilities:
Provide instruction in the area of the traditional undergraduate program including some general education and service courses. Adjuncts must have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to teaching undergraduate level including ways to instruct manage motivate and evaluate students as well as the ability to write syllabi and deliver illustrated lectures.
Successful candidate will work strategically with diverse colleagues students parents and community members.
Engage in personal scholarship and scholarship with students (where possible)
Advise students academically spiritually and socially
Participate in departmental activities and governance
Serve on university faculty committees/working groups and perform other normal faculty duties
Contribute in preparing students for their post graduate career and finding who they are called to be
Qualifications:
Education: BSN required MSN preferred
Experience: Evidence of a commitment to excellence in (undergraduate/graduate) teaching. Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching students from diverse backgrounds is preferred.
Philosophical: Thorough commitment to the concept of Christian liberal arts education and a desire to work in a Christian university. Supportive of the religious and educational goals of the university and its sponsoring denomination.
Personal: Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition faculty agree to live in agreement with PLNUs Community Life Covenant.
The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with state and local Fair Chance laws.
Selection Process:
Applicants will be expected to submit an application and corresponding documents. All applicants will be reviewed and evaluated. From this pool of applicants a limited number will be selected and moved forward in the process. The interview process may include:
Phone/Zoom Interview
Dialogue with students and faculty in the School of Nursing
Lecture presented to faculty and students in the School of Nursing
Evidence of successful teaching if applicable
Interview with the Academic unit leader
Interview with the Dean of the Colleges
Interview with the Provost
Interview with the President of the University
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 applicant 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:
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Statement of Personal Faith
Philosophy of Teaching in Christian Higher Education
Provide names and contacts for 3 references at least one professional contact who can speak to your teaching potential (references will only be contacted if you are advanced as a finalist candidate)
Unofficial Transcripts for highest degree completed (Search Committee discretion)
If you have questions about items for the application please contact the Office of Human Resources at or the Search Committee chair at
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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 Gods 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.
Part-Time