Adjunct Professor- Business Administration

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Pasadena, CA Until 8/21/2026 First posted January 5, 2026 Last posted January 5, 2026
Job description

Job Description:

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School

Community Psychology and Leadership

Adjunct Professor- Business Administration

Part-time

Salary: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School is recruiting an Adjunct Professor- Business Administration for our campus in Pasadena, California.

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, a doctorate, and certificate programs in 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. Together, they foster inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments that honor the unique potential of every individual. Employees join a mission-driven community committed to respect, diversity, social justice, and lifelong learning.

About the Position

The Adjunct Professor position provides instruction in the B.S. Business Administration (BSBA) degree program in an onsite and hybrid format. The BSBA program integrates business management with social responsibility, preparing students to become ethical and community-minded business leaders.

Examples of BSBA program courses include:

  • Introduction to Business and Management
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Financial Accounting
  • Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Human Resource Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Responsibilities

  • Teach and facilitate interactive, high-quality onsite or hybrid courses within the B.S. Business Administration program using the Canvas learning management system.
  • Maintain an active and supportive presence in the onsite or hybrid classroom, including responding to student inquiries within 24–48 hours.
  • Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and submit grades in accordance with established deadlines.
  • Engage students through meaningful dialogue, reflective practices, and collaborative learning approaches that support academic success.
  • Identify students who may be at risk academically and refer them to appropriate institutional support services.
  • Collaborate with faculty colleagues 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.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Business, Management, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
  • At least three (3) years of professional experience in a relevant business or management setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in a hybrid format using a Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas).
  • Strong communication skills and commitment to cultural responsiveness.
  • Experience working with diverse student populations.

Application Materials Required:

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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Doctorate degree (Ph.D., D.B.A.) in Business, Management, or a related discipline.
  • Prior college-level teaching experience, particularly in hybrid and/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.

Location

Hybrid: This position is eligible for a combination of remote and onsite work, typically requiring in-person presence on designated days.

Anticipated Salary

$25.00 to $28.00 per hour

Pacific Oaks offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.

Pacific Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Company:

Pacific Oaks
About this role

Summary

Teach undergraduate business courses in hybrid format, engaging diverse students and supporting academic success.

Job title

Adjunct Professor- Business Administration

Experience level

3+ years

Industry

education

Location requirements

hybrid in Pasadena, CA, remote work allowed

Salary

$25.00 to $28.00 per hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

master’s degree in business or related fieldteaching experience in hybrid or online formatscommunication skillscultural responsiveness

Preferred skills

doctorate in business or managementcollege teaching experiencefamiliarity with pedagogy and social responsibilityproficiency in Canvas and online tools

Specializations

business managementsocial responsibilityhybrid teachingonline teachingbusiness education
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Pasadena, CA, USA

Hybrid City

Pasadena, CA, USA

Remote City