Adjunct Instructor Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Adjunct instructor jobs in Los Angeles are in consistent demand, with openings concentrated in Westwood, Downtown LA, and East Los Angeles across community colleges, universities, and continuing education programs. Employers hiring right now include Los Angeles Community College District, American Career College, and University of Southern California. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
PART-TIME POSITION - POOL ANNOUNCEMENT
ADJUNCT – AY27 VOCATIONAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR, NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT NON-CREDIT
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is the largest community college district in the United States and one of the largest in the world. The LACCD is comprised of nine colleges serving all or part of more than 40 cities in Southern California and spanning a service area of 882 square miles. Its colleges offer instruction to 225,000 students, annually, in 600 associates’ degree and 400 certificate of achievement programs in general, career-technical and transfer education, and contribute significantly to the economic and social well-being of its students, the regional economy and the greater Los Angeles area. For more information about the LACCD, please visit our website at www.laccd.edu.
POSITION
The LACCD is accepting applications for Vocational Education Instructor, Noncredit - Nonprofit Management positions at our colleges for the 2026 Academic School Year. The purpose of this posting is to create a pool of qualified applicants. When there is an opening at one of our colleges, the hiring location will begin their review process with the applicants in the pool. If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will need to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.
The LACCD is seeking dynamic, motivated and diverse candidates for part-time faculty positions to engage and educate our students. Successful candidates will collaborate, communicate and work as professionals with students, staff, faculty and administrators. Applicants with a demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse student population are strongly encouraged to apply.
During completion of the adjunct application, applicants will have the opportunity to indicate which of LACCD’s colleges are of interest for employment. Qualified applicants may be offered an interview with Noncredit Vocational Education Department members at one or more of LACCD’s 9 colleges. For college locations, please visit the Our Colleges page at http://laccd.edu/About/Pages/Our-Colleges.aspx. Final determinations of part-time assignments are contingent upon enrollment, funding and class availability.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT COVID 19 VACCINATION:
Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees’ policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To teach a full range of community college, Noncredit Vocation Education course offerings focused on Nonprofit Management, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree; and two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught; OR
- Associate degree; and six years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught; OR
- Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff, and students.
VERIFICATION OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE: DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Successful applicants will be able to provide a Verification of Employment letter from a current or previous employer that substantiates industry knowledge, skills and abilities in any of the following areas:
- Management Experience of a Nonprofit, Community-Based Organization;
- Social Entrepreneurship;
- Organizational Development;
- Leadership Development and Personnel Management;
- Strategic Planning & Program Evaluation;
- Framing Media and Marketing Campaigns;
- Civic Engagement, Community Organizing & Public Affairs;
- Financial Planning, Fundraising, Grant Writing, & Resource Development;
- Community Planning & Economic Development;
- Program, or Service, Design & Delivery;
- Event Planning, Coordination & Implementation;
- Violence Prevention & Intervention Services;
- Successful Advocacy for Vulnerable Populations.
Verification of Experience Letters must be on company letterhead stationery indicating:
- Dates of employment
- Position title
- State if experience was full or part-time (if part-time, please indicate the weekly percentage or hours worked)
- Description of related duties performed
DUTIES
The adjunct instructor should be prepared to teach a range of Nonprofit Management related courses within the Noncredit Vocational Education discipline, and promote engaging and inclusive educational environments that support student learning. The successful candidate will be culturally responsive in interactions with students, faculty, staff, and community members who span a diverse range of languages, nationalities and ethnicities, socio-economic levels, ages, identities, abilities and educational experiences.
REMOTE LEARNING
Faculty may be required to conduct classes in a virtual learning environment using Canvas, hybrid, or hyflex modalities to support remote learning. Applicants with demonstrated certification in Canvas or other online modalities may be given preference.
COMPENSATION
The salary schedule for adjunct noncredit instructors begins at $81.81 per standard hour.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to:
https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd to file the application. After review of application materials by selection committee(s), applicants will be contacted if selected for interview(s).
For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must submit the following:
- Letter of interest that describes the applicant’s interest in the position and details why the applicant is a good fit for the position;
- Current resume that summarizes how the applicant meets the qualifications of the position;
- Contact information for three (3) professional references;
- Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; if invited to interview, candidate should be prepared to provide official transcripts; Note: All degrees must be granted by an accredited college or university in the United States. Transcripts from a foreign institution must be submitted with an approved evaluation of equivalency from a foreign evaluation service approved by California Commission on Teaching Credentialing.
Application materials will not be accepted by Fax, Mail or Email. Incomplete applications may be excluded from consideration. Equivalency determinations are not conducted for selection of adjunct faculty.
Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. LACCD and its Colleges reserve the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Final determination of part-time faculty assignments is contingent upon enrollment, funding and/or class availability.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For additional information, please contact AcademicJobs@email.laccd.edu.
Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.
Equal Employment Policy
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of under-represented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
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- American Career College23

- University of Southern California14

Adjunct Instructor Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a adjunct instructor job in Los Angeles?
The strongest entry point in Los Angeles is the community college system, which includes some of the largest campuses in California and hires adjunct instructors across nearly every discipline. Private universities in Westwood, University Park, and Silver Lake also post regularly. Candidates who tailor their application materials to the specific department's course offerings and hold a terminal degree or strong professional credentials in their field have a clear edge in this market.
Which companies hire adjunct instructors in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles adjunct instructor roles are posted by Los Angeles Community College District, American Career College, and University of Southern California and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The hiring mix includes large community college districts, private research universities, art and design institutions, and professional training programs concentrated across the metro area.
How can I get a adjunct instructor job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through the Los Angeles Community College District, which often accepts candidates with a master's degree and limited prior teaching experience for introductory courses. Continuing education divisions at institutions in North Hollywood, Culver City, and the South Bay also hire instructors with strong professional backgrounds in lieu of formal teaching history. Building a brief teaching portfolio through guest lectures, tutoring, or workforce development programs strengthens an application considerably.
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