2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - English

California State University, Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento seeks a Part-time Lecturer for the Department of English. The role involves teaching introductory-level courses such as Composition and Linguistics, with responsibilities including instruction, grading, and office hours. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Rhetoric and Composition or a Bachelor's degree with significant teaching experience. The position is part-time, with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget, starting typically for one semester.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Rhetoric and Composition required.
• Bachelor’s degree with extensive experience accepted.
• Prior teaching experience at the college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruction and preparation for lecture classes.
• Office hours for student assistance.
• Grading coursework and providing feedback.

Skills

Teaching experience at college level

Expertise in Rhetoric and Composition

Knowledge in Linguistics

Education

Master’s degree in Rhetoric and Composition or related field

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years experience or relevant professional experience

Job description

Position: Part‑time Lecturer, Department of English, Sacramento State

Responsibilities

Duties include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Course assignments—dates, time, and modality—are determined by the Department Chair under the College Dean’s direction.

Activity Description

Teach introductory‑level lecture classes in Composition, Composition for Multilingual Writers, Advanced Composition, Linguistics, and Children's Literature. Special courses for qualified candidates may include Upper‑division Literature, Creative Writing, or Technical Writing (ENGL 120T).

Employment Details

Part‑time lecturers receive conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, with renewal based on departmental needs, funding, and performance. Salary is based on Lecturer A or B rank and proportional to units worked out of 15 weighted teaching units (WTUs).

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree combined with at least five years of teaching or relevant professional experience in one of these fields.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior teaching experience at the college level.

Applicant Instructions

• Unofficial transcripts showing the highest degree earned.
• A list of three professional references with contact information.

All applicants must provide official transcripts and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for H1‑B visas.

Legal and Policy Information

Background checks, including a criminal records check, will be conducted as part of the hiring process. The California State University COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy requires vaccination for employees accessing campus facilities. Faculty hired after January 1, 2022, are required to work within the State of California.

EEO Statement

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

California State University, Sacramento is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution committed to diversity and inclusion.

Relevant regulations and additional policies are available for review at [e-mail] and csus.edu/clery.