Lecturer Pool - American Indian Studies Pool AY26/27

Opt For Healthy Living; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 89,280; Part time

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living is seeking part-time lecturers for the American Indian Studies Department at California State University San Marcos for the 2026/27 academic year. Applicants must hold a master's degree in American Indian Studies or a related field, and higher education teaching experience is preferred. The role involves filling short-term temporary lecturer positions as needed. We are committed to diversity and encourage qualified applicants from various backgrounds. Anticipated salary ranges from $5,507 to $8,000 per month depending on experience and education.

Qualifications

• A master's degree or equivalent in American Indian Studies or related discipline is required.
• Higher Education teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving the campus community.

Responsibilities

• Teach as a part-time lecturer in the Department of American Indian Studies.
• Fill short-term temporary Lecturer positions as needed throughout the academic year.

Job description

Lecturer Pool - American Indian Studies Pool AY26/27

Apply now Job no: 557869
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Human Development

The Department of American Indian Studies at California State University San Marcos accepts applications on an on-going basis for our pool of part-time lecturers.

Applicant pools are used to fill short-term temporary Lecturer positions across our campus with the possibility of rehiring. Appointments may last from one day to a whole semester. This applicant pool may be used to fill vacant positions on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year.

• Academic Year: 2026/27
• Day/Time: Varies
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences
• Department: American Indian Studies

A master's degree of equivalent in American Indian Studies or related discipline is required.

Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

• Higher Education teaching experience preferred
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507-$8,000 per full-time month

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application Materials

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

Timeline

Applications are accepted and reviewed as needed, on an on-going basis throughout the 2026/27 Academic Year.

Applications in this pool ad will only be good for the current academic year. This pool will be closed effective May 31st. If you wish to be considered for the next academic year, you will need to apply to the new pool as it becomes available by June 15th.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

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 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: 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.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification.

Advertised: May 12 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: May 31 2027 Pacific Daylight Time