Lecturer Pool - Modern Language Studies AY 2026/27

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 Department of Modern Language Studies at California State University San Marcos. This temporary position involves teaching various languages and requires at least a master's degree in Spanish, French, or German.

Successful candidates will engage with students and contribute to course development while adhering to university policies. The anticipated salary range is competitive, depending on qualifications and experience, along with benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Spanish, French, or German required.
• Experience teaching at the college/university level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lectures and facilitate student learning.
• Participate in departmental and campus activities.
• Assist in curriculum development and academic support.

Skills

Intercultural competence

Commitment to serving campus community

Education

Master’s degree in Spanish, French, or German

ABD or doctoral degree in the language of instruction

Job description

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Job Details

Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Temporary, Part Time

• Academic Year: 2026/2027
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences

The Department of Modern Language Studies at California State University San Marcos accepts applications on an on‑going basis for the pool of part‑time lecturers. Salary is commensurate with credential and experience.

The applicant pool is used for short‑term temporary lecturer positions across the campus, ranging from one day to a full semester. Appointments may be for the current academic year and will close effective May 31, 2027. To be considered for the next academic year, a new application must be submitted by June 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in Spanish, French, or German
• Compliance with California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy

Preferred qualifications:

• ABD or doctoral degree in the language of instruction
• Experience teaching at the college/university level
• Intercultural competence and commitment to serving the campus community

Salary

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated hiring salary range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full‑time month
• CSU classification ranges: Lecturer A – $5,507 to $6,677 per full‑time month; Lecturer B – $6,221 to $13,224 per full‑time month

Application Requirements

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

Timeline

Applications are accepted and reviewed on an on‑going basis throughout the 2026/27 academic year.

Legal Requirements

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 must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.

Applications close on May 31, 2027.