Job detail
Adjunct Teaching - School of Family Life – SFL 101: Intro to SFL (Evening School)
Brigham Young University
#Higher Education#Marriage and Family Therapy#Adjunct Faculty#Academic Planning#Human Development#University Teaching#Mission Alignment#Family Studies#SFL 101
Part TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 7 days agoCloses soon
Location
Provo, Utah
Quick overview
Teach a 1-credit introductory course for the School of Family Life to help students create major/minor plans and identify post-graduation pathways. Foster a sense of community among students and faculty while guiding students toward effective learning resources.
Requirements summary
A Master's or PhD in Human Development, Family Studies, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field is required. University-level teaching experience in these fields is preferred, along with alignment with the university's religious mission.
postgraduate degreeCommunity BuildingAcademic AdvisingCurriculum PlanningStudent MentoringUniversity TeachingMarriage and Family TherapyHuman DevelopmentFamily Studies
Job description
Job Title
- Adjunct Teaching - School of Family Life –
- SFL 101:
- Intro to
- SFL (Evening
- School)
- Posting
- End
- Date: May 21, 2026 *NOTE:
- Last day to apply is
- Wednesday,
- May 20, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST)
- Position
- Start
- Date:
- August 1, 2026
- Required
- Degree: A Master's or PhD in Human Development, Family Studies, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field is required. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience
- Teaching experience at the university level in Human Development, Family Studies, or Marriage and Family Therapy is preferred.
- Duties/Expectations: Successful applicants will teach a 1-credit, semester class which is the introduction to the School of Family Life and is required for all students entering the major.
- By the end of the semester students in this class should be able to: Create a realistic major or minor plan in the School of Family Life. Identify possible post-graduation pathways with a major in the School of Family Life. Participate in and develop a sense of community that includes both faculty and students. Be able to utilize important resources to become an effective learner during college and after.
- Documents
- Required at the
- Time of
- Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.
Note
- Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
- If you are a member of the
- Church of
- Jesus
- Christ of
- Latter-day
- Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a
- BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). If you are not a member of the
- Church of
- Jesus
- Christ of
- Latter-day
- Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. faculty_relations@byu.edu 1-801-422-7017