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Faculty Positions

Pepperdine University announces the openings for these positions in the Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP).

EDUCATION DIVISION

Adjunct Instructor Job Description
Master of Arts in Education Program

The Pepperdine University Master of Arts in Education Program invites applications for the Adjunct Professor position.

The new blended program will launch in fall 2012. Courses will be offered at all four graduate campuses-West Los Angeles, Irvine, Encino, and Westlake Village.

The mission of the program:

• A Learning Community Committed To The Education Of The Whole Individual
• Is Committed to Praxis-Linking Theory to Practice
• Is Engaged In Improving The Educational Opportunities For The Least Well-Served
• Work In Partnership Schools and Communities With Guidance From An Advisory Board

The program is designed to provide an environment where candidates can acquire and enhance scholar-practitioner skills while interacting with academic and clinical faculty. Those who graduate from the program find employment in multiple educational settings.

Computer-based technology is utilized throughout the curriculum. Instruction will be delivered in a blended format (60% face-to-face and 40% online).

The program seeks adjuncts who are dynamic and creative individuals who are committed to quality teaching and assessment. Successful applicants will:

• Prepare interactive presentations for quality face-to-face teaching;
• Travel as required to campus and other locations as needed;
• Maintain and enhance the quality of teaching in the program;
• Possess a knowledge at the master's level in at least one of the following areas: Teacher Preparation, Educational Psychology, Literacy, Science/Technology/Math (STEM), and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).

Qualifications

The successful candidates will:

• Possess a master's degree (doctorate preferred);
• Have knowledge of pertinent theory and practice as they relate to content;
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills including those used in face-to face and on-line learning with diverse populations.

DEADLINE: June 18, 2012

To apply, please send a cover letter (including detail on the area of expertise and/or credentials that you possess) and a curriculum vitae to: kristin.bailey@pepperdine.edu