Distinguished by small class sizes, high-impact pedagogies, and an innovative liberal arts curriculum, it is a nationally recognized model for inclusion and diversity. With over 65% students of color, Whittier is both an HSI and AANAPISI. Founded in 1887, it is an independent, four-year liberal arts college with about 1,700 undergraduates, ideally situated in the scenic hills 18 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.
Whittier College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal Law.
We welcome applications from individuals interested in working within our Multiple Subject, Single Subject (in the areas of Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English Language Arts, and Physical Education), and Education Specialist (Mild-to-Moderate Support Needs and Extensive Support Needs) Credential Programs, as well as our Master of Arts in Teaching Program. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.
Appointments from the adjunct pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available to teach in-person courses located on Whittier College’s campus on very short notice.
Exempt Status: Exempt (bi-weekly) Hours: Courses are offered once per week from 5:00-7:50 p.m., Monday through Thursday Full Time/Part Time status: Part Time Semester: TBD Salary: $2,250–$6,750. Compensation is set at $2,250 per credit, with the final payment determined by the total number of credits assigned to the course
Reports to: Department Chair Location/Department: Whittier College, Department of Education & Child Development
Review of completed applications is ongoing.
The position is based in Whittier, California. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest addressing educational experiences that correspond to the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description, curriculum vitae, and evidence of teaching experience along with the names and contact information of three individuals who can serve as references to whittierjobs@whittier.edu as well as the Department Chair, Dr. Lauren Swanson (lswanson@whittier.edu).
This will be a part-time position beginning August 2026 (fall semester). Tenure Status: Not Tenured Track Exempt Status: Exempt Hours: Monday & Wednesday 12:00pm-1:20pm (can be negotiated) Full Time/Part Time Status: part time Salary Range: $6750 Reports to: Department Chair Location/Department: Whittier College / Kinesiology Dept
The teaching load for this position is one 3-credit class- KNS 475: Sport Law. This position is ideal for qualified professionals and educators with expertise in legal issues impacting sport organizations, athletes, coaches, and governing bodies. The adjunct instructor will deliver engaging instruction that connects legal theory with real-world sport industry applications. The Sport Law course introduces students to the legal principles and regulatory frameworks that shape the sport environment. Topics may include negligence and liability in sport, risk management and safety policies, contracts and labor relations, NCAA compliance and governance, Title IX and gender equity, athlete rights and eligibility, intellectual property and endorsements, legal issues in professional and amateur sport.
None identified at this time.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in Sport Management, Law, Legal Studies, or a closely related field or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) with relevant sport-related experience. Demonstrated knowledge of legal issues in sport settings. Strong communication and organizational skills.
Open until filled The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit (in PDF format) a cover letter, curriculum vitae, brief statement of teaching philosophy and arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted to: ahickey@whittier.edu. AA/AOE.
Exempt Status: Exempt (bi-weekly) Hours: Monday – Friday, 19 hours per week Full Time/Part Time Status: part-time Semester: Fall 2026 Salary: $6,750.00
Reports to: Department Chair Location/Department: Whittier College / Academic Affairs / History
The teaching load for this position is 1 course per semester, and/or 3 credits. The position entails offering core courses in the History Department
The adjunct professor will teach the following course in the Fall 2026 semester: History 206: U.S. History to 1865
The History Department at Whittier College seeks applications for an adjunct professor position in U.S. history. Subfields and geographical areas are wide open. Applicants must be able to teach the early American introductory survey course (History 206). PhD or ABD in History is preferred. Teaching excellence is of primary importance, so preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate prior teaching experience at a four-year liberal arts college.
April 15, 2026
The position is based in Whittier, California. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest addressing educational experiences that correspond to the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description; brief research and teaching statements; curriculum vitae; evidence of effective teaching; and the names and contact information of three individuals from whom you have requested confidential letters of recommendation.
For full consideration, all materials need to be submitted to esage@whittier.edu
Please direct questions to esage@whittier.edu
Exempt Status: Exempt (bi-weekly) Hours: Monday – Friday, 19 hours per week Full Time/Part Time status: Part-time Semester: Fall 2026 Salary: $6,750.00
The teaching load for this position is 1 course per semester, and/or 3 credits. The position entails offering core courses in the History Department.
The adjunct professor will teach the following courses in the Fall 2026 semester: History 215: History of California
The History Department at Whittier College seeks applications for an adjunct professor position in U.S. / California history. Applicants must be able to teach a lower-division California introductory survey course (History 215). PhD or ABD in History is preferred. Teaching excellence is of primary importance, so preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate prior teaching experience at a four-year liberal arts college.
Exempt Status: Exempt (bi-weekly) Hours: Monday – Friday, 19 hours per week Full Time/Part Time status: Part-time Semester: Spring 2026 Salary: $6750 ($2,250 per credit)
Reports to: Department Chair Location/Department: Whittier College/Academic Affairs/Theatre, Film and Communication Arts
The teaching load for this position is one course per semester, and/or 3 credits. The position entails offering core courses in the field Theatre, Film and Communication Arts
The adjunct professor will teach the following courses in the Spring Semester 2026:
The Whittier College Department of Theatre, Film & Communication Arts is looking to hire a person with an MFA in Lighting Design and previous college-level teaching experience to teach THEA 345: Stage Lighting during the spring semester in 2026. This is a 3-credit course where students study stage lighting technology and stage lighting design theory and practice. As part of the course, students develop several lighting design projects. Students will also assist in the preparation of the stage lighting for the musical theatre production during the spring semester.
MFA in Lighting Design and previous college-level teaching experience.
November 15, 2025 or until filled
The position is based in Whittier, California. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest addressing educational experiences that correspond to the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description; brief research and teaching statements; curriculum vitae; evidence of effective teaching; and the names and contact information of three individuals from whom you have requested confidential letters of recommendation. All application materials and letters of support should be sent to Jholmes@whittier.edu. For full consideration, all materials need to be submitted by November 15, 2025.
We seek a dedicated and student-centered educator to teach undergraduate courses in general chemistry and organic chemistry, including associated laboratory sections. The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine commitment to inclusive pedagogy and to supporting students. This is a one-year, non-tenure track appointment with a teaching load of 3–4 course equivalents per semester. Laboratory sections count as 0.5 course equivalents, and a typical semester may include a combination of lecture and laboratory sections in general and/or organic chemistry. Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full-time Salary Range: $66,500 annually; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Location/Department: Whittier College / Chemistry
Prior undergraduate chemistry teaching experience, particularly organic chemistry
The deadline for complete applications is April 5, 2026. The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter; CV; evidence of teaching success (such as peer observations, awards, and/or a summary of teaching evaluations); statement of teaching philosophy (up to 2 pages); and contact information for three professional references. All materials are to be submitted electronically to ppeterso@whittier.edu Direct questions regarding this advertisement to Dr. Peter Peterson (ppeterso@whittier.edu).
The position includes teaching Intermediate Macroeconomics or Intermediate Microeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics and/or Principles of Macroeconomics, and elective courses in Economics. Candidates with a primary teaching and research specialization in Macroeconomics or Microeconomics and secondary specializations/interests in Multidimensional Deprivation/Poverty in the U.S., International Development, Money & Banking, and/or International Political Economy are particularly encouraged to apply. The teaching load is 6 or 7 courses.
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full-time Salary Range: $75,000 annually
Reports to: Department Chair Location/Department: Whittier College / Economics
PhD must be completed by August 2026. We seek applicants who are committed to excellence in teaching, who may contribute to the College’s general education program and to interdisciplinary programs, who possess the potential for research productivity, and who are interested in involving undergraduates in their research agenda.
Review of applications starts immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter; CV; job market paper; statement of research agenda; summary of teaching evaluations; statement of teaching philosophy; and unofficial graduate transcripts. Additionally, please arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted by the letter writers. All materials are to be submitted electronically to the Department Chair at econsearch@whittier.edu
Direct questions regarding this advertisement to econsearch@whittier.edu.
