Adjunct Faculty: General Education Online Courses

About San Francisco Bay University

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks an innovative and experienced General Education Adjunct Faculty. SFBU’s mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.

At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students’ needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan at https://www.sfbu.edu/strategic-plan .

Position Overview

San Francisco Bay University is seeking multiple, dynamic, and dedicated adjunct faculty to support the delivery of innovative, new cornerstone courses in our General Education curriculum. Courses include How to Design Your Life: A Journey Through Personal Epistemology. This course integrates the six vital SFBU student experience pillars of academics, career readiness, life literacy, wellness, financial support, and multiple meaningful relationships. The course explicates topics such as how to be a successful student in college, how to design your own wellness plans, how to prioritize and manage your time and finances, and how to seek out and nurture positive relationships in your life. The successful candidate will have experience in teaching, philosophy, coaching, and optimizing undergraduate academic performance. This is a part-time, non-exempt position, available to applicants who reside in CA/ NY and are available to teach Online - Asynchronous in Fall 2025.

We also seek accomplished English composition and rhetoric adjunct faculty to deliver How to Tell Your Story. SFBU has worked with subject matter experts to develop this newly conceived course that weaves together the art of writing with the principles of design thinking to explore the transformative power of story in both self-discovery and academic discourse. In this course, students explore the multifaceted process of writing, from the initial stages of brainstorming and outlining to the nuanced tasks of drafting, revising, and editing. Digital tools, including those powered by generative AI, will be embraced with intentional use cases, allowing students to build marketable skills and develop, refine, and amplify their voices.

Responsibilities

• Position 1 : Working closely with the Associate Provost and Chief Learning Officer, adjunct faculty are needed to deliver “How to Design Your Life.” Position 2 : Working closely with the Associate Provost, Chief Learning Officer, and Subject Matter Expert, adjunct faculty are needed to teach “How to Tell Your Story.”

• Teaching Excellence: Possess deep subject knowledge, pedagogical expertise, and the ability to engage students actively while adapting to their diverse needs. We are looking for faculty with the skills and motivation to create a supportive and dynamic learning environment that emphasizes clear communication, collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Though the courses are taught asynchronously online, the instructor will maintain regular communication and interaction with the students in their classes. Each class consists of approximately 50 students who may reside in different countries.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with colleagues on the development and refinement of the general education curriculum, incorporating the latest advancements in technology, ensuring alignment with disciplinary and community/industry needs and emerging trends, and leveraging best practices to position SFBU students for success throughout their academic and professional careers.
• Inclusive Education: Implement innovative and inclusive teaching best practices that reflect our core value of providing access and inclusion to a diverse student body.
• Quality Improvement: Active engagement in course and program-level assessment design, data collection, review, and reporting.
• Professional Learning: Attend teacher training and professional learning activities offered by SFBU’s Center for Empowerment & Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI). Participate in student-centered formative and summative assessments of teaching performance. Remain current with emerging developments in general education, pedagogy, and related fields.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required; Doctorate Preferred, as follows: How to Design Your Life faculty will hold advanced degrees in Philosophy, Educational Theory, Counseling Psychology, Education Psychology, Coaching, or closely related disciplines. How to Tell Your Story faculty will hold advanced degrees in English Composition and Rhetoric, English Literature, Communication, or closely related disciplines.
• Previous Successful Collegiate Teaching Experience
• Demonstrated teaching experience in general education and a commitment to excellence in pedagogy.
• A passion for mentoring and guiding students in their academic and professional growth.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and community partners.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and practice.
• Must reside in California or New York
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in general education curriculum development.
• Experience in building and teaching asynchronous online courses.
  
  

Salary

SFBU compensation for 3-credit course delivery is $7,128.48 /semester (at an hourly rate of $148.51). Additional compensation for curriculum development and required pedagogical training is negotiable, depending upon the scope of work.

Application Materials

Interested candidates must submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter detailing candidate qualifications to teach How to Tell Your Story or How to Design Your Life. The letter should also briefly discuss the candidate’s teaching philosophy and show alignment with our mission and core values ( https://www.sfbu.edu/strategic-plan) .
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Applications will be reviewed beginning April 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
  
  

Join us in our mission to provide innovative, inclusive, and transformative education and help us shape the future of higher education in the heart of Silicon Valley. We look forward to welcoming a passionate Professor of Practice to our academic community.

This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

In accordance with federal and state disability laws, San Francisco Bay University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance during the application or interview process, please contact SFBU Human Resources at hrmgr@sfbu.edu .