2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - World Languages & Literatures

California State University-Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 169,754; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Sacramento is seeking candidates for a Lecturer Pool in World Languages & Literatures. The role involves teaching, preparing classes, grading, and holding office hours. Candidates must hold a Master's degree and have experience in college-level teaching. The position offers competitive salary ranges depending on rank, and additional duties may be assigned as needed. The university promotes diversity and equal opportunity, providing a dynamic environment in California's capital city.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required and experience teaching at the college level.
• Ph.D. preferred in the area of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach and prepare classes, grade assignments, and hold office hours.
• Course assignments set by the Department Chair.

Skills

Teaching experience

Language proficiency

Education

Master's degree

Ph.D. in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

DEPARTMENT: World Languages & Literatures

Position Title: Lecturer Pool – World Languages & Literatures

Position Details

The Department of World Languages & Literatures at Sacramento State offers a Master of Arts in Spanish, an undergraduate major in Spanish, minors in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish, and also offers language classes in Arabic, Korean, and Punjabi. Undergraduate programs are designed to provide students the opportunity to learn about languages, literatures, and cultures, broaden cultural understanding, increase language proficiency, and enable effective communication in a pluralistic society and abroad.

Part‑time lecturers are instructed to teach, prepare classes, grade, and hold office hours. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Course assignments, dates, times, and modality are set by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

Rank and Salary

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges are:

• Lecturer A: $5,507 – $6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221 – $13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825 – $14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593 – $15,211

Salary is determined on a full‑time rate basis (15 weighted teaching units). Compensation is paid in six checks per semester. For example, a Lecturer A assigned 3 units at the minimum salary would earn $6,608.40 per semester.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree and experience teaching the subject at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in the specific area of instruction.

Applicant Instructions

• Cover Letter
• Current curriculum vitae (CV) / resume
• Unofficial transcript of highest degree
• List of references with contact information

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from the State Capitol, on a 300‑acre campus along the American River. Sacramento, known as the “Farm‑to‑Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of 500,000. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students and 1,800 faculty.

Mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed.” Core values include learning, teaching, research, justice, diversity, equity, inclusion, sustainability, community engagement, and wellness.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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Background Check Disclaimer

A background check, including a criminal records check, must be completed satisfactorily before a candidate can be offered a position.

COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy

All Sacramento State employees are strongly encouraged to follow COVID‑19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the CDC and California Department of Public Health. Effective May 2023.

Eligibility Verification

Applicants must provide official transcripts and proof of U.S. work eligibility. Sacramento State does not sponsor H1‑B visas for non‑tenure‑track faculty.

Out of State Employment

Per CSU policy, all faculty hired after January 1, 2022 must work within California. Faculty hired before that date must be available to work in California if assignment is in‑person.