Adjunct Pool – Film and Television Department Job at California Lutheran Univers

Adjunct Pool – Film and Television Department

Position Title: Adjunct Pool – Film and Television Department

Position Category: Adjunct

FLSA: Non-exempt

Position Status: Adjunct

Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background: Cal Lutheran is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and McNair Institution, and we are looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multi-cultural and multi-racial communities, particularly in mentoring African American, Latinx, and Native American students. Cal Lutheran encourages applicants from all faiths or none, and advocates for justice and fairness for all people. We are an accredited, private, comprehensive university dedicated to engaging students in critical inquiry and educating leaders for a global society.

Basic Function: Under the direction of the Dean, Associate Dean, Department Chair, Faculty Coordinator or Program Director, the Adjunct Faculty Member is responsible for providing academic instruction to students for the assigned undergraduate courses. Courses include: Screenwriting, Beginning TV Production, Unscripted TV and Film, AI Filmmaking, Producing Independent Film, and The Business of Filmmaking.

Representative Duties:

1. Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings.
2. Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
3. Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours.
4. Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, and university mission/goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.
5. Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
6. Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.
7. Perform related duties as assigned.

E=Essential Duties

Knowledge Of: Current theory and practice within the subject discipline; Principles and best practices of effective teaching.

Ability To: Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field or discipline; Deliver course curricula in various learning styles; Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, international, and ethnic backgrounds of University students; Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience; Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a master’s degree from a graduate institution of recognized standing or equivalent experience and professional recognition.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D.

Licenses and other requirements: None

Physical Abilities: Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment; speaking to exchange information, provide instruction and make presentations; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; pushing, pulling or lifting light objects; bending and reaching to store and/or retrieve files. Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety of classroom sites on campus; and/or online classroom environment.

Application Procedure/Special Instructions: The Cal Lutheran Department of Film and Television invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty positions for the 2024-2025 academic year. New applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Applicants will be contacted based upon need and applicant qualifications.

Statement: California Lutheran University is an accredited, private, comprehensive university located midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. Cal Lutheran encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of Cal Lutheran to apply. Additional information may be found at www.callutheran.edu. All offers will be contingent upon the completion of a successful background check. California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.