Adjunct Instructor for Psychology

Warner Pacific University's Mission: Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered, urban, diverse, minority-serving, Hispanic-serving, liberal arts University dedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds with an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. Our hiring practices reflect our missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.Warner Pacific University's Commitment to Diversity: Warner Pacific University is committed to hiring staff and faculty with an intentionality that demonstrates the importance of having an employee community that reflects the racial and ethnic diversity of the students we serve. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Summary Description: The Adjunct Instructor for Psychology reports to the Chair of the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences and is responsible for teaching lower and upper division courses in psychology or human development on the traditional campus. Terms on the traditional campus typically run 15 weeks. At Warner Pacific University, psychology and human development courses in the traditional program are taken by students in psychology, human development, social work, and those meeting core requirements. Essential Functions:
Teach assigned courses in psychology or human development, modeling current best practices in teaching, demonstrating a commitment to sound andragogical and pedagogical practices. Courses may include, but are not limited to, Abnormal Psychology, Personality Theory, and Introduction to Psychology.
Advise and mentor students during the course.
Clearly communicate to students when and how to secure instruction and feedback outside of regular course meeting hours.
Provide prompt and thorough feedback to students to ensure their ability to incorporate changes before subsequent assignments.
Work collegially with faculty, staff, and students.
Understand and promote the mission, values, and core themes of Warner Pacific University.
Contribute to the support and implementation of the University Strategic Plan.
Exhibit excellent communication skills in all interactions with faculty, staff, and students.
Participate in the professional development opportunities provided by the institution.
Adhere to university policies and procedures.
Demonstrate a commitment to a Christian liberal arts education by upholding the mission of the University and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement.
Exhibit commitment to inclusiveness and sensitivity in areas of national origin, ethnicity, culture, gender and disabilities.
Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate degree in psychology, counseling, or related field, including graduate courses in psychology. Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Psychology
Professional experience in the field.
College teaching experience in relevant curriculum.
Experience working with diverse populations. To apply, please read the Employment and Lifestyle Standards statement below, then complete the online application at www.warnerpacific.edu/jobs . Please also submit the following with your application (you may attach these documents at the conclusion of the online application): *Cover Letter*Curriculum Vitae or Resume*Essay Response to the Following Questions: 1. How does your personal faith reflect the principles stated in terms 1, 2, and 3 of the Employment Standards? (listed below) 2. How does your personal philosophy of education and commitment to the synthesis of faith and learning reflect the principles stated in items 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8? (listed below)Employment and Lifestyle Standards: Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered urban liberal arts university dedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. The University was founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson, Indiana) and maintains a covenant relationship with that body. Central to Warner Pacifics identity as a Christ-centered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect: 1. A belief in the deity of and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith, as interpreted through the historic witness of Scripture and the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit.2. The practice of following Christ through day-to-day personal lifestyle choices.3. A vitality of Christian experience maturing in insight and application and appreciative of differing viewpoints.4. A commitment to life-long learning and service through personal and professional development.5. For teaching faculty, the expression of artful teaching, based on mastery of relevant subject matter and in an environment of purposeful and rigorous inquiry amongst a community of scholars who support one another.6. A capability, by temperament, preparation, and will, to support students as they confront the intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of their lives.7. A sensitivity to and support for the mission, core themes, vision, values, ethos and traditions of the Warner Pacific University community.8. A commitment to teaching and serving in harmony with the doctrines of the Bible as understood and generally held by the Church of God Reformation Movement.Employee Agreement:Mission-based hiring is of critical importance to Warner Pacific University. From its inception, the Church of God has resisted condensing the Scriptures into a formal creed, instead emphasizing salvation as the entrance into the body of Christ; unity in diversity; and a call to holy living as Gods people representing Christ in the world. Warner Pacific, rather than requiring subscription to an institutional doctrinal statement, asks each employee to affirm a personal faith in Jesus Christ by providing a statement articulating the ways in which faith informs the employees understanding of his or her vocation at Warner Pacific. Employees are expected to demonstrate and articulate a vital Christian faith and to live in a manner consistent with a Christ-centered lifestyle as informed by the Scriptures of the New Testament. Further, to ensure orderly operations and provide the best possible work environment, all Warner Pacific University employees are expected to maintain the highest levels of ethics, professionalism, integrity, and judgment. Employees must obey all laws governing the workplace and the business of the University, as well as treat others (students, suppliers, and co-workers) with honesty, respect, and personal dignity in all interactions. Conduct that is malicious, abusive, threatening, dishonest or unlawful is not acceptable. Employees who feel they are being subjected to conduct of this kind should bring the concern to Human Resources. The University environment is expected to be free from discrimination and harassment (including bullying). When an individuals behavior has direct implications for others and/or the well-being of the university community, there may be cause for institutional involvement, regardless of where the situation occurs. Warner Pacific University desires to provide a safe and healthy environment for staff, faculty, students, visitors and guests. Therefore, smoking is not permitted on University property, in its vehicles, or at any University sponsored event. The use of illegal drugs or non-prescribed controlled substances is strictly prohibited. Use of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, electronic cigarettes or marijuana is strictly prohibited on Warner Pacific University campuses. Equal Opportunity Employer:Warner Pacific provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status and any other status protected by laws and regulations to which Warner Pacific is subject. All employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, transfers, and terminations are made in a manner that does not discriminate against individuals in the categories discussed above. Because Warner Pacific is a Christian liberal arts university, the university exercises its legal right to hire Christian employees to fulfill its mission and purpose. Commitment to Diversity: Warner Pacific University is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and a multicultural learning environment. Inquiries are encouraged from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our university. Warner Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse workforce of committed Christians from all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Benefits:Warner Pacific University offers a full range of traditional benefits for qualifying employees, including medical/dental insurance, disability, life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, mission leave, tuition remission, and retirement savings.