Adjunct Professor- Organizational Leadership & Management

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, doctorate, and certificate programs across 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.

The Adjunct Professor in Organizational Leadership & Management will teach courses in the M.A. Organizational Leadership & Management (OLM) degree program in an onsite and hybrid format.

• Teach and facilitate interactive, high-quality onsite and online courses using the Canvas Learning Management system.
• Maintain an active presence in the classroom, responding to student inquiries within 24-48 hours.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and submit grades according to established deadlines.
• Engage students through meaningful dialogue, reflective practices, and collaborative learning approaches that support academic success.
• Identify students at risk academically and refer them to appropriate institutional support services.
• Collaborate with faculty 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.

• Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.,
  
  D.Mgt.) in Organizational Leadership or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a relevant business or management setting.
• Demonstrated ability to teach graduate courses in hybrid and/or online formats using a Learning Management System such as Canvas.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to cultural responsiveness.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

• Prior college-level teaching experience, especially in hybrid 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:
Eligible for a combination of remote and onsite work, typically requiring in-person presence on designated days. Salary range $25-$28 per hour.

Generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.

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

Pacific Oaks College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pacific Oaks participates in E-Verify and verifies identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. The College affirms it will not provide preferential treatment based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics without appropriate lawful rationale, and will ensure compliance with all federal anti-discrimination laws.

These duties describe the general nature and level of work expected of faculty in this position and are not an exhaustive list. The College reserves the right to amend or modify the job description as institutional needs evolve.