Adjunct - School of Education

Center for Marine Debris Research; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 1,446,000 - 1,584,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Pacific University is seeking faculty to teach general education courses and specialized elementary and secondary curriculum, instruction, and assessment at undergraduate and graduate levels. This on-site position requires flexible scheduling across days, evenings, and weekends at downtown campus sites.

The role emphasizes excellence in teaching, scholarship related to education, and collaboration across campus with school partners, with compensation of $1,050–$1,150 per credit hour.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field required.
• Earned doctorate in education or related field preferred.
• Licensure or classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated engagement in scholarship related to teaching.
• Master teacher status or strong teaching reputation preferred.
• Ability to adapt instruction for diverse learners.
• Proficiency with educational technology for teaching and learning.
• Ability to collaborate across campus and school partners.

Responsibilities

• Models best professional practices in teaching (85%).
• Develops syllabi and activities meeting course descriptions and standards.
• Plans and delivers class sessions according to syllabus and university requirements.
• Maintains records of student participation and grades.
• Evaluates teacher candidates' performance against program assessments.
• Incorporates diversity and technology throughout coursework and field experiences.
• Performs other related duties as assigned (5%).
• Participates effectively as a team member and supports seasonal peaks.

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Doctorate in education or related field

Licensure or experience as an elementary or secondary teacher

Engagement in related scholarship

Master teacher or recognized for competence in teaching

Ability to adapt instruction to diverse learners

Education technology proficiency

Ability to collaborate with campus and school colleagues

Job description

Hawai‘i Pacific University is designated as an Alaskan Native and Native Hawaiian (ANNH) Serving Institution by the US Department of Education. As such, we strive for accurate displays of the Hawaiian language in all our institutional materials. This includes the appropriate use of diacritical marks such as the ‘okina and kahako. Unfortunately, at times external vendors and other third-party technology integrations do not support the use of these characters. Mahalo for your understanding.

Job Summary

Teaches general education courses and specialized elementary and secondary curriculum,instruction, and assessment courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.

Location

On-site instruction at HPU's downtown campus sites (Pioneer Plaza, Waterfront Plaza)

Compensation

$1,050 - $1,150 per credit hour

Qualifications

Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field.

Desired Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in education or related field.
• Licensure or experience as an elementary or secondary teacher.
• Meaningful engagement in related scholarship.
• Master teacher or well recognized for competence in the teaching field.
• Ability to adapt instruction to diverse learners
• Expertise in the use of educational technology for teaching and learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with campus-based and school-based colleagues.

Other Qualifications

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU’s winter break, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Upon hire, candidate must have reliable personal transportation to facilitate travel between to all HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes a valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle that is legally registered and insured.
• Able to teach classes scheduled during days, evenings, and weekends.
• Able to teach classes at multiple locations on Oahu.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions

• Models best professional practices in teaching(85%)
• Develops a syllabus of course activities and assessments of learning that meet the requirements of the course description and established institutional, state, and professional standards.
• Plans and delivers individual class sessions that conform to the syllabus and other requirements of the University.
• Maintains records on student participation and performance and assigns course grades in a timely manner.
• Evaluates teacher candidates' performance on established program assessments and submits assessment results in a timely manner.
• Integrates in-depth knowledge of content area, teaching, and learning into instructional practice.
• Exhibits intellectual vitality in sensitivity to critical issues in education.
• Demonstrates the proficiencies outlined in professional, state, and institutional standards;
• Incorporates appropriate performance assessments into coursework
• Integrates diversity and technology throughout coursework, field experiences, and clinical practices.
• Values candidates' learning and adjusts instruction appropriately to enhance candidate learning.
• Understands assessment technology, uses multiple forms of assessments in determining effectiveness, and uses the data to improve practice.
• Recognized as outstanding teachers by candidates and peers across campus and in schools.
• Models best professional practices in scholarship(10%)
• Demonstrates scholarly work related to teaching, learning, and field of specialization.
• Aligns scholarly work with the mission of the unit and institution.
• Actively engages in inquiry that ranges from knowledge generation to exploration and questioning of the field to evaluating the effectiveness of a teaching approach.
• Performs other related duties as assigned(5%)
• Actively participates as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.
• Assists with seasonal peaks.

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.

Hawaii Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawaii Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] to request assistance.