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Adjunct Faculty (Faculty of Culture, Language & Performing Arts)

Employer
Brigham Young University Hawaii
Location
BYU–Hawaii

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Faculty Jobs
Arts & Humanities, Fine & Performing Arts
Position Type
Adjunct
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

If you currently have a job on campus, please use the internal job board.

This position is a temporary, part-time appointment specifically for on-island applicants. This semester-to-semester contract may only be teaching one class. There are no associated relocation benefits.

Applications will be reviewed by the program periodically and all candidates will be notified by email if they are chosen to interview for a position.

Job Summary

Teach courses as needed by the program as a part-time faculty member. Additional responsibilities may include advising students.

    Available courses to teach in this faculty include:

    • American Sign Language

    • Asian Studies

    • Chinese

    • Cultural Anthropology

    • French

    • Geography

    • Hawaiian

    • Hawaiian Studies

    • History

    • Integrated Humanities

    • Intercultural Peacebuilding

    • Japanese

    • Maori

    • Music

    • Pacific Island Studies

    • Samoan

    • Spanish

    • Theatre

    • Tongan

    • World Languages

    Primary Responsibilities

    • Teaching undergraduate students in a specific field of expertise

    • Developing and managing the class syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets university standards

    • Planning and creating lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments

    • Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams

    • Assessing grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations

    Educational Background

    Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s/Doctorate degree in the subject area strongly preferred; must be from regionally accredited institutions. A strong commitment to excellence in teaching is advantageous.

    Please be as descriptive in your skills and background as you can be to help us match you with potential jobs here at BYU–Hawaii. Attaching any supporting documentation can be done during the application process or attached by our HR office after the fact.

    Approximate starting adjunct semester contract $1,250 - $2,000 per credit, the wage offered is dependent upon applicants’ degree and years of university level teaching experience.

    As an educational institution affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU–Hawaii prefers to hire qualified members of the Church in good standing, as authorized under 41 C.F.R. § 60-1.5 (a)(6). To be eligible for employment, applicants who are members of the Church must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend and receive a clearance from the Church’s Ecclesiastical Clearance Office. Job applicants must be able to meet these conditions to advance through the hiring process successfully. An expired temple recommend will prevent consideration for hire.

    *More information may be requested as you progress through the recruiting process.

    Organization

    Working at Brigham Young University Hawaii

    BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY–HAWAII is the preeminent international center of learning in the Pacific. Its small campus is a unique laboratory of intercultural leadership development, where a diverse population of 2,500 students representing over 70 countries live, study, and work together. Small classes taught by expert faculty empower students to master challenging and relevant curriculum, while affordable tuition, financial aid, and online study options make this valuable education more accessible than ever.

    Operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a total BYU–Hawaii education involves not only intellectual learning and career preparation, but also moral, ethical, and spiritual enrichment. All the while, students enjoy living and learning in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Graduates go forth to serve, prepared to promote peace and prosperity as leaders worldwide.

    The spirit of Aloha is what BYU–Hawaii employees wear when performing their duties. "Aloha" means mutual regard and affection and extends warmth in caring with no obligation in return. "Aloha" is the essence of relationships in which each person is important.

    BYU–Hawaii employees find fulfillment as they take part in the mission of Brigham Young University Hawaii: "to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life and in their efforts to influence the establishment of peace internationally."

    Company info
    Website
    Telephone
    (808) 675-3446
    Location
    55-220 Kulanui Street
    BYUH #1947
    Laie
    HI
    96762
    US

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