Adjunct Faculty, Marriage and Family Therapy Programs

Salary Range: 

$1,000 (Masters) per credit hour

$1,200 (Ph.D/Doctorate) per credit hour

Chaminade University of Honolulu

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

Title: Adjunct Faculty, Marriage and Family Therapy Programs

Department: School of Education Behavior Sciences

Part time, Exempt

The Adjunct Instructor will primarily teach courses in the Masters and Doctor Marriage and Family Therapy programs. The ideal candidate will be passionate about fostering student learning and supporting students from diverse backgrounds, including those traditionally underrepresented in higher education. 

Direct Report: Dean of the School of Education and Behavior Sciences

Teaching

• Deliver high-quality courses (including both in-person and online formats) in alignment with program goals and university standards.
• Engage students through innovative teaching methods and active learning strategies.

Program Involvement

• Participate in curriculum development and assessment for special programs. 
• Contribute to ongoing accredidation efforts and program evaluations.

Advising and Mentorship

• Offer academic support and guidance to students enrolled in MFT graduate courses.
• Hold regular office hours and be available for student consultation. 

University Service

• Attend department meetings and serve on program, school, and university committees as needed. 
• Actively contribute to the mission of Chaminade University, including supporting students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry. 

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive.  The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

Education and Experience

Minimum 

• Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or a related field (to teach within the Masters MFT program)
• Doctorate Degree in Human Development & Famil Science/Family Social Science and/or Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Counselor Education, or a closely related field (to teach within the Doctor of MFT program)

Preferred

• Previous teaching experience at the college level, particularly with diverse and non-traditional student populations.
• Experience in special education settings, such as early college programs or prison education.
   
   

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and assessment

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills.  Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

Other Requirements

• This is a part time, exempt position. Nineteen hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required.   Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.  Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.