Adjunct Pool (2026-27) / Master of Social Work

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

Job summary

Point Loma Nazarene University seeks an adjunct instructor for the Master of Social Work program to teach sociology or social work courses. The position is part-time, with responsibilities including providing instruction and engaging with students academically and spiritually.

The ideal candidate will hold an MSW or PhD and demonstrate a strong commitment to Christian liberal arts education. The adjunct pay range is $5,013 - $6,684 per course, dependent on the number of units taught.

Qualifications

• Evidence of commitment to teaching graduate-level effectiveness and teaching students from diverse backgrounds.
• Thorough commitment to Christian liberal arts education and desire to work in a Christian university.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in the graduate MSW program.
• Engage in personal scholarship and advising students.
• Participate in departmental activities and governance.
• Serve on faculty committees and contribute to student career preparation.

Skills

Commitment to excellence in teaching

Instructional strategies for graduate level

Ability to work strategically with diverse groups

Personal scholarship engagement

Education

MSW or PhD in Sociology/Social Work

Job description

Job Summary

The Department of Sociology and Social Work is seeking candidates for an adjunct teaching position in the Master of Social Work program to teach one or more courses in the area of sociology or social work. Review of applications will occur continually as courses become available.

Job Status

Part time.

Salary

Using a 3‑unit full semester appointment as a pay guide, the adjunct pay range is $5,013 - $6,684. The units will determine the actual salary.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in the area of the graduate MSW program including some general education and service courses.
• Adjuncts must have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to teaching graduate level, including ways to instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students as well as the ability to write syllabi and deliver illustrated lectures.
• 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 (when requested).
• Contribute to preparing students for their career and discovering who they are called to be.

Qualifications

• Education: MSW or PhD in Sociology/Social Work.
• Experience: Evidence of a commitment to excellence in teaching (undergraduate/graduate) and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching students from diverse backgrounds is preferred.
• Philosophical: Thorough commitment to the concept of Christian liberal arts education and desire to work in a Christian university; supportive of the religious and educational goals of PLNU and its sponsoring denomination.
• Personal: Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement; agreement to live in accordance with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.

Application Information

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide quality educational and employment opportunities, PLNU actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education.