Instructor, Leadership, Policy, and Human Development (50% Non-Tenure Track

Instructor, Leadership, Policy, and Human Development (50% Non-Tenure Track)

The University of La Verne invites applications for a 50%, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Instructor in the Department of Leadership, Policy, and Human Development. Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

We are seeking a collaborative and equity-minded instructor to teach graduate- and doctoral-level courses across programs in the department. The ideal candidate will bring a commitment to excellence in teaching, strong content expertise, and the ability to support practice-connected, cohort-based learning for working professionals.

This 50% faculty role includes teaching, advising, and program support. The Instructor will contribute to coursework in areas such as leadership, human development, organizational change, and applied research, depending on expertise. The role may also include meaningful support for leadership preparation and credentialing programs, including work connected to fieldwork, performance assessment, and program alignment with accreditation standards.

Primary responsibilities include teaching graduate and/or doctoral courses, supporting practice-based learning experiences and applied leadership development, engaging in course development and curricular revision, collaborating with faculty on program design, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts, advising and supporting graduate students, and participating in program, department, and college meetings.

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Child Development, Human Development, Organizational Leadership, or a closely related field, experience teaching or mentoring graduate students or adult learners, demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices, and strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Preferred qualifications include an earned doctorate (or ABD) in a related field, experience teaching in graduate or doctoral programs, experience with cohort-based and/or online program delivery, experience in school or district leadership or organizational leadership roles, familiarity with performance-based assessments and accreditation processes, and a record of collaboration in curriculum design or academic innovation.

Location is La Verne Main Campus. The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. Clear verbal and written communication is essential, as the position involves frequent interaction with colleagues, clients, or external partners. The noise level is generally low to moderate. The position may occasionally involve meeting deadlines or managing multiple priorities, which can require sustained focus and mental stamina.

Duties salary range is from $33.00 to $33.80.