CYFS & HS Adjunct Pool - Academic Year 2026-2027; External

Position Announcement

Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026
• Working Title CYFS & HS Adjunct Pool – Academic Year 2026‑2027 (External)
• Department 240401 – CFA Child and Family Studies
• Position Number D97733
• Representation AP – AFT, Local 3571

The PSU School of Social Work (SSW) envisions a world where all people lead fulfilling lives in affirming, just and equitable communities. Rooted in justice, relationship, and community collaboration, PSU SSW advances knowledge and creates social change through teaching, research, practice, and advocacy.

This position is open to instructors interested in teaching in Portland, OR and/or online. The Child, Youth, and Family Studies program (CYFS) uses a justice‑minded orientation to examine the history and contemporary social positions of children, youth, and families. The Human Services Program emphasizes cultural humility and responsiveness to improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities.

M.S. or M.A. in a field closely related to human services, children, youth, and families (e.g., education, sociology, human development, psychology, youth studies, family studies, social work, early childhood) OR a B.A. or B.S. with demonstrated teaching or practice experience. All adjunct candidates are required to be living in either Oregon or Washington for the academic year 2026‑2027.

We primarily seek applicants for CYFS and HS who have expertise in critical theory or epistemologies, experiential or emancipatory pedagogies, writing instruction, aging in families, social policy, child life, and related aspects of the curriculum. CFLE credentialing is desired. Ideal candidates also demonstrate experience working effectively around issues of social justice, diversity, and inclusion, with a proven ability to meet the needs of underrepresented students and other marginalized groups.

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU policies, including those on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals.

All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner that maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff.

Adjunct faculty are paid per credit hour, per the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement. Salary may be adjusted above the minimum rates based on qualifications and experience.