Counseling - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton is seeking qualified applicants for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool in Counseling. Candidates must possess a Master's or Doctorate in a relevant field and have prior university-level teaching experience. This temporary appointment may start shortly before an academic term. The compensation ranges from $5,507 to $6,677 per month depending on qualifications, with anticipated hiring range not to exceed $6,221 per month. This role requires engaging with a diverse student population and fostering a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree or Doctorate in Counselor Education or a related field.
• Prior university-level teaching experience.
• Ability to interact and work effectively with a diverse range of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Counselor Education and Marriage and Family Therapy.
• Participate in performance evaluations as per university policy.
• Engage with students and provide a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Ability to interact with diverse students

Prior university-level teaching experience

Significant teaching experience

Fostering a collaborative environment

Education

Master or Doctorate in Counseling or related field

Job description

Position

The Department of Counseling at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available. Appointments are temporary and often made just prior to the start of an academic term; applicants must be available on very short notice.

Subject Areas

• Counselor Education/Professional Clinical Counseling
• Marriage and Family Therapy

Required Qualifications

• A Master degree or Doctorate degree in Counselor Education or a related field (e.g., Counseling Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy).
• Prior university‑level teaching experience.
• Ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first‑generation college students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant teaching experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Relevant performance and professional experience.

Appointment and Salary

All part‑time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only. Classification range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month. Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month. For a three‑unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.

Appointment Date and Academic Calendar

The need for part‑time faculty is greatest in the Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid‑December; the Spring term runs from mid‑January through the end of May. On rare occasions part‑time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

Performance Evaluation

Regular performance evaluations of part‑time lecturers are made by the department in accordance with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. In some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material may be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

Benefits

For a description of potential benefits, visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/benefits/

Legal Requirements

Mandated Reporter: The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083.

Criminal Background Clearance Notice: This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Out‑of‑State Employment Policy: The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work within the State of California.

Title IX: https://www.fullerton.edu/civilrights/index.html#box5