Lecturer - KINE 190: First Year Experience (Fall 2026)

California State University San Marcos; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Full time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos invites applications for a Lecturer position in Kinesiology to teach KINE 190 – First Year Experience for Fall 2026. There are two sections: Fridays 12:30 p.m.–3:20 p.m.

and Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.–9:50 p.m., in person. Minimum qualifications: a master’s degree in the area of instruction; knowledge of CSUSM resources; compliance with the California State University Out‑of‑State Employment Policy.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of CSUSM resources and ability to connect students with those resources.
• Compliance with the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach KINE 190 – First Year Experience for Fall 2026.
• Deliver in-person instruction in two sections: Fridays and Wednesdays.
• Support student success and engagement through foundational skills.

Skills

Intercultural competence

Education

Master's degree in related field

Doctorate or terminal degree (preferred)

Job description

KINE 190 - First Year Experience

Position: Lecturer (Fall 2026) – There are two sections: Fridays 12:30 p.m.–3:20 p.m.; Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.–9:50 p.m. Modality: In Person. College: College of Education, Health and Human Services. Department: Kinesiology.

Course Description

Foundational skills for academic success in Kinesiology. The course develops essential scholarly and real‑world analytical and problem‑solving skills, covers discipline‑specific writing conventions, current faculty research, and campus resources for Kinesiology majors. Emphasis is placed on cooperative learning, project management, professionalism, effective communication, information literacy, and intrapersonal/interpersonal skills to be used throughout the program.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of CSUSM resources and ability to connect students with those resources.
• Compliance with the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy (employment in California is a condition of employment).

Preferred Qualifications

• A doctorate or terminal degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field.
• Higher education experience teaching in the area.
• Demonstrated intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community (to the extent applicable).

Salary

• Anticipated hiring salary range: $5,507 – $6,677 per full‑time month (Lecturer A). Employment is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application

• Completed faculty application.
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded).
• Contact information for three current references.
• Letter of interest (uploaded).

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on July 16, 2026; the position will remain open until filled.

CSUSM is a Hispanic Serving Institution and has been named one of the top 32 colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, etc.

Compliance with the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy is required. The position, a mandated reporter, and other employment verification criteria apply. The Clery Act Disclosure and other legal statements are available on the provided links.