School of Journalism & Mass Communication Lecturer Pool

San José State University

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 69,426 - 105,249

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

San José State University in San José, California invites applications for a temporary/lecturer position in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. The role focuses on teaching and advising diverse adult learners, organizing courses in Canvas, and delivering instruction across asynchronous, synchronous, and in-person formats.

Candidates hold a Master’s degree with industry experience and demonstrate commitment to inclusive pedagogy and effective assessment of student learning.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree with significant industry experience.
  • Knowledge of the subject matter of the discipline.
  • Ability to teach and evaluate adult learners; evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work.
  • Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
  • Organize all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Ensure all classes meet as scheduled throughout the semester in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, bi‑chronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Skills

Teaching adults
Course organization
Inclusive teaching

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Overview

Job no: 528918
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San José

Department Summary

The School of Journalism and Mass Communications prepares students to excel in advertising, journalism, and public relations by teaching professional skills, advanced information technologies, and critical analysis.

Brief Description of Duties
  • Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
  • Organize all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Ensure all classes meet as scheduled throughout the semester in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, bi‑chronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree with significant industry experience.
  • Knowledge of the subject matter of the discipline to which the individual is assigned.
  • Ability to teach and evaluate adult learners; evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work.
  • Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population.
Compensation

Compensation is determined by qualifications and experience. Anticipated starting salary ranges are.

  • Range 2 – $5,507 – $5,959 per month.
  • Range 3 – $6,221 – $7,481 per month.
  • Range 4 – $6,825 – $9,431 per month.
  • Range 5 – $8,593 – $10,347 per month.

Full‑time annual salary equals the monthly rate times 12, with six monthly payments per semester. Part‑time rates are prorated.

Application Procedure
  • Submit a CV.
  • Submit a Cover Letter.
  • Submit a Statement of Teaching Philosophy (optional).
  • Submit a Statement of Expertise, including professional experience and courses you are qualified to teach.
  • Provide a list of references.

This is a continuing open position.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. All employees are mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.

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