Professor (Multiple Subjects Program Lead)

Pacific Oaks College & Children's School; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time-off

Medical and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pacific Oaks College & Children's School in Pasadena, California, is seeking experienced Professors for its Multiple Subjects Program, responsible for leading the BA and MA programs. This role includes delivering courses, mentoring students, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.

The ideal candidates will have a doctorate, significant teaching experience, and a commitment to social justice. The position offers $70,000 to $80,000 in compensation along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional, clinical, teaching, or research experience.
• Demonstrated success in higher education teaching and mentorship.
• Experience with writing Pre-conditions and accreditation documents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver graduate and undergraduate courses using evidence-based pedagogy.
• Design and refine course materials that align with disciplinary standards.
• Engage in ongoing scholarship and research to contribute to the field.
• Provide academic mentorship and faculty advising to support student progress.
• Lead program initiatives while mentoring adjunct faculty.

Skills

Higher education teaching

Student mentorship

Curricular design

Inclusive pedagogy

Accreditation experience

Education

Doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Job Description

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School is recruiting for two (2) Professors (Multiple Subjects Program Lead) – one to run the BA program and one to run the MA program – for their Pacific Oaks College campus in Pasadena, California.

About Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School

Pacific Oaks College and Children's School, located in Pasadena, California, is a nonprofit institution rooted in Quaker values and a strong social justice heritage. The College offers bachelor’s, master’s, a doctorate, and certificate programs in education, human development, counseling, and related fields, while the Children’s School is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in anti-bias education, emergent curriculum, and peaceful conflict resolution. Together, they foster inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments that honor the unique potential of every individual. Employees join a mission-driven community committed to respect, diversity, social justice, and lifelong learning.

About the Position

Pacific Oaks College seeks experienced faculty at the Program and Professor level to serve across its academic program in Teacher Education for Multiple Subjects. The Lead Faculty in this role is responsible for all facets of the Multiple Subjects program including assessment, state regulations, faculty advising, all syllabi and rubric monitoring and updates, teaching, adjunct communication and collaboration, scholarship/creative activity, service, and leadership that uphold the College’s mission of social justice, applied learning, and inclusive excellence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver graduate and undergraduate courses using evidence-based pedagogy and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies across Canvas and synchronous/asynchronous modalities.
• Design and refine course materials that align with disciplinary standards, assessment tracking requirements, and program outcomes.
• Maintain rigorous compliance with professional accreditation and regulatory standards, including CCTC and WSCUC, to ensure curricula meet institutional policies.
• Engage in ongoing scholarship, research, or creative activity to contribute to the field, disseminating work through professional publications and conferences.
• Provide academic mentorship and faculty advising to support student progress, professional development, and readiness for ethical, inclusive practice.
• Lead program and curriculum initiatives while mentoring adjunct faculty to support curriculum enhancement and evidence-informed instruction.
• Actively participate in College-wide service, including Faculty Senate committees and administrative tasks such as student interviews and orientations.

Note: While this list captures the core focus of the position, we look forward to sharing the full scope of responsibilities with finalists during our interview stages.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant discipline.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional, clinical, teaching, or research experience in discipline.
• Demonstrated success in higher education teaching, student mentorship, and curricular design.
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogy, ethical practice, and the mission of social justice.
• Experience with writing Pre-conditions reports for the state, and accreditation documents for CTC assessment purposes.
• Experience with data and evidence tracking for accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active professional licensure or certification for teaching Multiple Subjects (Multiple Subjects teaching credential).
• Evidence of sustained scholarship/creative activity and professional leadership.
• Experience with CTC and/or WASC accreditation and continuous improvement in higher education programs.
• Experience in mentoring faculty and/or leading curriculum initiatives.
• Experience with Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA).

Location

This position is eligible for a combination of remote and onsite work, typically requiring in-person presence on designated days.

Anticipated Salary

$70,000 to $80,000

Compliance with Federal Antidiscrimination Guidance

Pacific Oaks College is committed to providing equal employment and educational opportunity to all people and strictly adheres to federal anti-discrimination laws. In accordance with DOJ guidance, the College affirms that no programs, hiring practices, promotions, admissions, or other decisions shall provide preferential treatment based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics without appropriate lawful rationale. The College will also ensure compliance of its third-party contractors or program partners in this regard.

Disclaimer

The duties listed above describe the general nature and level of work expected of faculty in this position and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The College reserves the right to amend or modify the job description as institutional needs evolve. Pacific Oaks College provides equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $72,000.00-79,200.00 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. We offer generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement.

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