Lecturer AY - Spanish

Opt For Healthy Living; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands seeks an instructor to teach 1–2 sections of all levels of Spanish, with the ability to teach in any modality (face-to-face, online synchronous, online asynchronous) to meet department needs.

The position requires a master’s degree in the language of specialization and near-native fluency in Spanish and English, with evidence of teaching effectiveness and student mentoring.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching the language of specialization.
• Near-native or native fluency in both the language of specialization and English.
• A record of teaching effectiveness reflecting communicative language teaching practices.
• Ability to engage with a broad student population and mentor student academic growth.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Spanish classes and related duties, including office hours, grading, and lesson planning.

Skills

Teaching experience

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Mentoring students

Education

Master's degree in Spanish or related field

Job description

Apply now Job no: 559236 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Channel Islands Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Temporary, Part Time

About the University

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among “Regional Universities West” by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th “Most Transformative College” by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success.

Located in Ventura County, CSUCI serves a diverse community of over 4,880 undergraduate and graduate students. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1, the university ensures personalized learning and meaningful connections between students and educators. Offering 26 bachelor’s degree programs, CSUCI provides a wide range of academic opportunities designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and global leadership.

CSUCI is dedicated to supporting its students both academically and financially. In fact, 81% of students receive financial aid, and nearly 59% are first‑generation college students. Additionally, 52% of students are Pell Grant eligible, reflecting the university’s commitment to providing access to higher education. As a proud Hispanic‑Serving Institution (HSI), CSUCI embraces a vibrant cultural community, with 61% of its undergraduate students identifying as Latinx, alongside other racial and ethnic groups that enrich the campus experience. CSUCI’s efforts to advance Latinx student success have earned it the prestigious “Seal of Excelencia” from Excelencia in Education.

With a focus on critical inquiry, innovative learning, and social justice, CSUCI is also taking proactive steps to diversify its faculty and confront systemic challenges to equity. This dedication creates an environment where every voice is valued, and students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Whether through its strong academic offerings, supportive community, or transformative opportunities, CSUCI provides a unique and rewarding experience for students ready to shape their future and make a lasting impact on the world.

CSUCI Mission Statement

Placing students at the center of the educational experience, California State University Channel Islands provides undergraduate and graduate education that facilitates learning within and across disciplines through integrative approaches, emphasizes experiential and service learning, and graduates students with multicultural and international perspectives.

CSUCI’s Commitment to You

CSUCI is committed to helping newly hired faculty develop a sense of belonging in a collaborative and supportive community dedicated to providing resources and opportunities for establishing and sustaining a research agenda and engaging in continuous improvement in equitable teaching and learning.

About the Program

The Global Languages and Cultures program offers introductory courses in Arabic, ASL, Chinese, French, Mixteco, and Spanish, as well as a Spanish major, a Spanish minor, and certificate programs in Spanish.

About the Position

The Global Languages and Cultures Department seeks an instructor to teach 1‑2 sections of all levels of Spanish, including foundational literature and culture courses. The professor is expected to be able to teach in any possible teaching modality (face‑to‑face, online synchronous, online asynchronous) to fulfill specific department needs as they arise.

Minimum Degree Requirements

A master's degree from an accredited institution in the language of specialization (Arabic, ASL, Chinese, French, Mixtec, or Spanish) or a related field.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in teaching the language of specialization.
• Near‑native or native fluency in both the language of specialization and English.
• A record of teaching effectiveness that reflects communicative language teaching practices.
• Applicants should demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of ability to teach in any possible teaching modality (face‑to‑face, online synchronous, online asynchronous) to fulfill specific department needs as they arise.

Responsibilities

To teach assigned classes and carry out related duties, such as holding office hours, grading, and planning lessons.

Application Deadline

Screening of applications will begin August 4, 2026. Priority will be given to applicants who submit applications prior to the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Applicants Must Submit the Following Materials

• One or two examples of syllabi for language courses taught by the applicant.
• A statement describing your experience mentoring students and supporting their academic and professional growth.
• In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates.

California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules (anticipated hiring ranges)

Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

General Information

• Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.
• At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.
• The person holding this position may be 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 as a condition of employment.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• All faculty are required to perform their work from within the State of California.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Channel Islands provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU Channel Islands complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose by contacting Faculty Affairs at [e-mail].

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