Instructor of 'Olelo Hawai'i

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Part-time instructor of 'Olelo Hawai'i (language and culture). Teaches courses in Hawaiian language and culture to undergraduate students.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The Department of World Languages and Cultures at Pacific University invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure-track Adjunct Instructor of Hawaiian Language and Culture beginning in January 2027. This position involves teaching one to two introductory Hawaiian language and culture courses per semester, with the potential to extend through May 2028 based on successful performance. The instructor will teach face-to-face on our Forest Grove campus and will develop course curricula and will assist with developing student learning outcomes that align with department standards. 
 

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:  

• Provide high-quality, in-person instruction and timely feedback to undergraduate students at our Forest Grove campus
• Engage with department faculty to ensure curricular alignment and student success
• Create a course syllabus that meets college standards
• Facilitate assessments of student learning to demonstrate achievement of learning outcomes
• Attend department faculty meetings, as schedule allows

JOB SCOPE:  

Faculty positions operate within the parameters of the University Faculty and Governance Handbook. This is a teaching position with no scholarship and service expectations in the World Languages and Cultures Department, College of Undergraduate Studies. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues to deliver a meaningful education to undergraduate students.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:  

The successful candidate will have a background in Hawaiian language and culture, and the applicant will demonstrate potential for success in teaching in a college/university setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success teaching Hawaiian language and culture
• Experience teaching adult learners
• An advanced degree in the teaching of language and culture or a related field

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS: 

• Clear communication with students, faculty and staff
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Serves as a role model for students and colleagues
• Demonstrates a love for the discipline
• Maintains rigor and high standards
• Demonstrates flexibility in responding to student needs
• Is accessible for advice and counsel
• Shows respect for all persons

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Classroom teaching, maintains office hours, in-person or virtual meetings. Overtime not required. No travel required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: 

__Climbing __Balancing __Stooping __Kneeling __Crouching __Crawling _X_Reaching _X_Standing _X_Walking __Pushing __Pulling _X_Lifting _X_Talking _X_Hearing  __Repetitive motion  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

__Sedentary work _X_Light work __Medium work __Heavy work __Very Heavy work __Visual acuity 

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply, please upload yourresume, cover letter andthree professional references along with your Paycom application.  Persons who do not follow and complete the application process are not applicants and will not be considered for employment.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the selection process, we will strive to provide timely notifications. The selection process may vary from recruitment to recruitment but typically includes multiple interviews and may take several weeks depending on the position. All qualified applicants will be notified once the selection process has closed.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and continue to work without employer visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

At Pacific University, we are dedicated to offering experiences that are authentic, holistic, equity-minded, and responsive. Our communal success rests on the recognition that complex problems and effective solutions are best approached by teams with a variety of diverse perspectives. and life experiences. As we continue to develop our equity practices, we actively promote access to opportunities and equitable pay for all employees.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs where they are unsure if they can perform every function in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about how your background and skill set may qualify you for the role.

We, who make up Pacific University, aspire to become a community of purpose where everyone is enabled to be wholly and comfortably who they are; accountable for inclusive behaviors and practices; built on trust, civility, care, openness, and honest conversations often around critical subjects. We know that these values are critical to prepare for a global world with complex problems, through an asset-based mindset so that everyone is afforded an opportunity to succeed. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is respected, their contributions are valued, and they are provided opportunities to succeed.

ACCOMMODATIONS & INCLUSION:

We welcome and encourage applications from neurodivergent individuals and people with disabilities. If you need any accommodations or support at any stage of the application or interview process such as receiving interview questions in advance, alternative assessment formats, or extra time please let us know by emailing Catheryn Couplandccoupland@pacificu.edu We are committed to providing an accessible process that allows you to demonstrate your strengths.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Pacific University is anEqual Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws, including those concerning employment and workplace policies. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory and inclusive work environment. We are proud to encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from historically underrepresented groups.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

Pacific University makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Applicable laws include, but are not limited to, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions or complaints may be directed to theVice President for Academic Affairs at2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116 or via email atprovost@pacificu.edu.