Adjunct Faculty - Graduate Program in Education (opens in new window/tab)
Description Position Description: The Graduate Program in Education seeks applications for adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses in the Preliminary Teaching Credential Multiple/Single Subject options. Vanguard seeks professionals of Christian faith who are committed to integrating faith and learning. The applicants must have demonstrated teaching ability and a commitment to working with and encouraging diversity. Essential Functions: Teach clinical and/or pedagogical coursework to students pursuing a preliminary teaching credential in either Single Subject or Multiple Subject. Guide students in applying concepts and practices to their student teaching assignment. Transfer knowledge including theory, practical skills, methods and techniques in his/her related field. Help students develop critical teaching and classroom management skills. Collaborate with department faculty in curriculum implementation, student support, and continuous program improvement. Identify risks to the organization within the department and discuss risk reduction options with immediate supervisor. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate in Education or related field of study preferred. Minimum qualification in a Master’s degree in Education. Current teaching credential or extensive teaching experience at the PreK-12 level. Demonstrated teaching ability. A vibrant Christian faith, and commitment to an integration of faith and learning. SALARY: The following salary range reflects compensation paid for a 3-unit course (144 total hours) and varies based on the faculty member’s highest earned degree. Total compensation is based on the number of courses taught and corresponding units for each course. $3,120 to $3,720 per course APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please complete the application and upload the required documents below. Please do not send your documents directly to the Department Chair. Accompanying Essays: 1. Personal Testimony of Relationship with Jesus Christ. Please provide a brief account of your experience of coming to faith in Christ. Include current church attendance, ministry, outreach and service involvement, any experience you have had with the Assemblies of God or other Pentecostal churches. 2. Philosophy of Christian Education and Role of a Christian University. Explain what you believe to be the elements essential to the educational theory & practice of a Christian University. 3. Integration of Faith, Teaching and Scholarship. Explain how you integrate your faith with your discipline & in your teaching and scholarship. Curriculum vitae includes:
- Colleges/universities attended, location, & degree or units earned.
- Majors or fields of study, undergrad & graduate majors, minors, & areas of concentration.
- With the most recent, a chronological listing of teaching experience - name and location of institutions, title/academic rank, full/part-time, dates of employment
- A specific listing of courses previously taught
- Publications, presentations, honors, awards, and memberships in professional organizations
- With the most recent employment, position/title, full/part-time, dates of employment
- Any other qualifying experience, paid/voluntary, other.
References - Names, e-mail, and phone numbers of at least 3 people not related to you whom we may contact for an evaluation of your professional abilities. Pastoral reference letter - Pastor or church leader. Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts accepted to apply. If selected, notarized transcripts are required prior to employment.
- All of the above requested attachments must be included with your application in order to be considered. Applications will be accepted until position is filled or until there are a sufficient number of applicants.
EOE Statement Vanguard University is committed to ensure that all candidates have an equitable opportunity to apply for and participate in the selection process. As a university, we hold firm to the application of the reasonable accommodation process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require an accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in any phase of the application process, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call Ken Bott, Sr. Director of Human Resources, at 714-662-5287. Vanguard University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind against individuals of race, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy or any other characteristic outlined by federal, state, and local laws. Where permitted by law and in relation to the school's heritage and mission, Vanguard does exercise religious preference throughout the University and therefore employs individuals who are compatible with the institution, mission and statement of faith. This applies to all employment practices within the university. Vanguard is committed to a hiring process that is based on candidate's qualifications, merit, and operational needs of the university. Category Faculty Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt This position is currently accepting applications.