Adjunct Faculty- BS Human Services

Adjunct Faculty – College of Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Studies

About This Role

We're looking for part-time faculty who bring warmth, empathy, and genuine care to online teaching. You'll guide students through their learning, provide thoughtful feedback, and build meaningful connections through clear, timely communication.

You'll work in a community that values students and faculty equally—where respect, support, and human connection come first.

Why Walden

Everything we do is guided by a commitment to social impact. As pioneers in online education, we've built a community of care where inclusive teaching isn't a buzzword—it's how we show up every day.

We believe in the worth and dignity of every person in our classrooms. The best learning happens when everyone feels valued and seen.

Our Students

Our students are working adults. They're balancing education with work, family, and life. We meet them where they are and walk alongside them. We're all lifelong learners here, and we understand the challenge of balancing life and learning. We recognize how intersectionality shapes our students' lives, and we provide community, support, and rigor tailored to each person.

"To teach in a manner that respects and cares for the souls of our students is essential if we are to provide the necessary conditions where learning can most deeply and intimately begin." – bell hooks, Teaching to Transgress

What You'll Do

Teaching (6-week terms; asynchronous, you manage your time)

Engage in your classroom at least 4 days per week

Facilitate discussion board conversations

Assess student work with caring, timely feedback

Be available via video or phone when needed

Create a supportive virtual classroom where students feel safe

Occasionally:

Potentially collaborate on developing course content

Serve on committees

Support college needs or course maintenance

Collaborate with colleagues on faculty-lead and leadership directed projects

Training & Support

You'll receive training in the pedagogy of online teaching, our learning management system, and university policies. You'll be paired with a peer mentor starting with your first teaching assignment.

We're Looking For (this changes based on the type of opening)

B.S. Human Services: Human Services Administration, Crisis and Intervention, Advocacy in Global Community, Child and Family Relationships.

You'll thrive here if you:

Are committed to empowering adult learners

Have experience with students juggling multiple responsibilities

Work well with colleagues to support students

Have an advanced degree with relevant experience

Excel at building community online (online teaching experience required)

Prioritize teaching

Bonus:

Research, scholarship, or thought leadership

Community involvement or social change work

PhD Earned doctorate in the field of study or closely related field. Required

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate that they can be effective within a person-centered teaching model that strengthens a community of care.

3+ years Teaching experience and/or a capacity and willingness to instruct within Walden’s Person-Centered and Community of Care approach to fostering human potential through teaching. Required

Experience supporting doctoral research committees and/or a capacity and willingness to mentor and support a diverse population of doctoral students. [FOR DOCTORAL MENTORING] Required

Experience with distance learning Preferred

Application Materials • A cover letter that provides insights about the candidate’s philosophy and effectiveness in teaching, with a focus on the ability to work with students from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds. • Curriculum Vita

Capacity and willingness to provide individualized instructional support and guidance to students with a wide range of professional and lived experience.

Demonstrate capacity through application materials to support Walden University’s mission and vision.

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Masters Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Healthcare Administration or a related field Required.

1 to 2 years Teaching experience in higher education preferred and/or a capacity and willingness to instruct within Walden’s Person-Centered and Community of Care approach to fostering human potential through teaching.

Experience with distance learning Preferred

Application Materials • A cover letter that provides insights about the candidate’s philosophy and effectiveness in teaching, with a focus on the ability to work with students from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds. • Curriculum Vita

Capacity and willingness to provide individualized instructional support and guidance to students with a wide range of professional and lived experience.

Demonstrate capacity through application materials to support Walden University’s mission and vision.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Walden

More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree online at Walden.

We offer more than 100 online degrees and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (). Visit WaldenU.edu for more information, and follow Walden on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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