Adjunct Pool (2026-27) / Art & Design

Point Loma Nazarene University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,945 - 74,593; Part time

Job summary

Point Loma Nazarene University is seeking a part-time adjunct instructor in the Department of Art and Design. This role includes providing excellent instruction in Art Education, Graphic Design, and Visual Arts while contributing to a vibrant learning community.

The ideal candidate will possess a graduate degree in Art and Design and have at least one year of higher education teaching experience. A commitment to the university's Christian liberal arts mission and active church involvement are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of higher education teaching experience, emphasizing effectiveness with diverse students.
• Philosophical commitment to Christian liberal arts education and support for the university’s religious and educational goals.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in Art and Design, including general education and service courses.
• Teach a variety of courses such as Art Education, Graphic Design, and/or Visual Arts.
• Advise students academically, spiritually, and socially.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness with diverse students

Collaboration skills

Education

Graduate degree or professional qualifications in Art and Design

Job description

Job Summary

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university that values diversity and encourages culturally and academically diverse faculty. The Department of Art and Design seeks an adjunct teaching candidate who can provide excellent instruction and contribute to a vibrant learning community.

Compensation

Salary: Using a 3‑unit full semester appointment as a pay guide, the adjunct pay range is $5,013 - $6,684. The specific salary is determined by the number of units taught.

Job Status

Part‑time.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in Art and Design, including general education and service courses.
• Teach a variety of courses such as Art Education, Graphic Design, and/or Visual Arts.
• Collaborate strategically with diverse colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Engage in personal scholarship and, where possible, scholarship with students.
• Advise students academically, spiritually, and socially.
• Participate in departmental activities, governance, and work groups as requested.
• Contribute to preparing students for their postgraduate careers and helping them discover their calling.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or professional qualifications in the Art and Design field.
• Minimum of one year of higher education teaching experience, with an emphasis on effectiveness with diverse students.
• Philosophical commitment to Christian liberal arts education and support for the university’s religious and educational goals.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.
• Agreement to live in accordance with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. PLNU also complies with E‑Verify and the Jeanne Clery Act.