Online Adjunct Professor, Environmental Science & Nutrition

Pacific Oaks College; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time-off

Medical and dental insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School is seeking an Adjunct Professor for the Pasadena campus to teach Environmental Science, Biology, and Nutrition across Education, Social Work, Community Psychology, and Human Development programs.

Responsibilities include delivering high-quality online courses via Canvas, engaging students, and providing timely feedback. Master’s degree required; PhD preferred; experience with diverse student populations is valued.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with required experience in environmental science, biology, or nutrition.
• Relevant experience in Environmental Science, Biology, or Nutrition.
• Familiarity with andragogy and adult learning theory.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Commitment to supporting the mission of the institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach online courses in Education, Social Work, Community Psychology, and Human Development using Canvas.
• Maintain an active online presence and respond to student inquiries within 24–48 hours.
• Provide timely feedback and submit grades by deadlines.
• Engage students through dialogue, reflection, and collaborative learning.
• Identify at-risk students and refer to appropriate support services.
• Collaborate to review and enhance course content to meet standards.
• Complete onboarding and participate in adjunct and all-faculty meetings.

Skills

Environmental Science

Biology

Nutrition

Andragogy/Adult learning theory

Diversity & inclusion experience

Education

Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Nutrition, or related field

Job description

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School is seeking an Adjunct Professor for the Pasadena campus to teach Environmental Science, Biology, and Nutrition across Education, Social Work, Community Psychology, and Human Development programs.

Responsibilities include delivering high-quality online courses via Canvas, engaging students, and providing timely feedback. Master’s degree required; PhD preferred; experience with diverse student populations is valued.