Adjunct Professor- Business Administration

Job Description:

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School Community Psychology and Leadership Adjunct Professor
- Business Administration Part-time Salary: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School is recruiting an Adjunct Professor
- Business Administration for our campus in Pasadena, California.

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.

The Adjunct Professor position provides instruction in the B.S. Business Administration (BSBA) degree program in an onsite and hybrid format. The BSBA program integrates business management with social responsibility, preparing students to become ethical and community-minded business leaders.

• Introduction to Business and Management
• Principles of Marketing
• Financial Accounting
• Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
• Organizational Behavior
• Human Resource Management
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

• Teach and facilitate interactive, high-quality onsite or hybrid courses within the B.S. Business Administration program using the Canvas learning management system.
• Maintain an active and supportive presence in the onsite or hybrid classroom, including responding to student inquiries within 24–48 hours.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and submit grades in accordance with established deadlines.
• Engage students through meaningful dialogue, reflective practices, and collaborative learning approaches that support academic success.
• Identify students who may be at risk academically and refer them to appropriate institutional support services.
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues to review, refine, and enhance course content in alignment with program goals and academic standards.
• Complete required faculty onboarding, adjunct training modules, and participate in scheduled adjunct and all-faculty meetings.

• Master’s degree in Business, Management, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• At least three (3) years of professional experience in a relevant business or management setting.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in a hybrid format using a Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas).
• Strong communication skills and commitment to cultural responsiveness.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
• Two recent Letters of Recommendation (within the last 1–2 years)
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)

• Doctorate degree (Ph.D., D.B.A.) in Business, Management, or a related discipline.
• Prior college-level teaching experience, particularly in hybrid and/or online environments.
• Familiarity with Pacific Oaks pedagogy and integration of social responsibility in business education.
• Proficiency in Canvas LMS, Microsoft Office Suite, and online teaching tools.
• Evidence of professional development or scholarly engagement in business and management trends.

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

$25.00 to $28.00 per hour

This opportunity is budgeted at $ base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental…