Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Agricultural Education (AY 26/27)

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 169,754; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in California is seeking part-time lecturers for the Fall/Spring semesters of the 2026-27 academic year. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural education, advising students, assisting in co-curricular activities, and supervising student teachers. Candidates must have an M.S. degree in Agriculture or Master of Agricultural Education, along with at least three years of high school teaching experience. Compensation ranges based on lecturer rank.

Qualifications

• At least three years of successful high school teaching in agricultural education.
• Knowledge of agriculture, FFA, and supervised agriculture experience programs.
• Experience supervising student teachers.
• M.S. in Agriculture or Master of Agricultural Education.
• Effective communication skills in written and verbal forms.
• Must meet California teaching qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural education.
• Advise students.
• Assist in co-curricular activities.
• Supervise student teachers.

Job description

Appointments from the part‑time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice. The Agricultural Education and Communication Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking part‑time lecturers for the Fall and/or Spring semesters of the 2026‑27 academic year, contingent on funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural education.
• Advise students.
• Assist in co‑curricular activities.
• Supervise student teachers.

Education and Salary

Minimum qualifications: M.S. degree in Agriculture or Master of Agricultural Education. Must meet California teaching qualifications.

Salary ranges based on rank:

• Lecturer A: $5,507–$6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221–$13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825–$14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593–$15,211

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and other protected status. Cal Poly complies with Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, and the California Equity in Higher Education Act.

Required Qualifications

• At least three years of outstanding success as a high school teacher of agricultural education.
• Knowledge of agriculture, the FFA, and supervised agricultural experience programs.
• Experience supervising student teachers.
• M.S. in Agriculture or Master of Agricultural Education.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.
• Must meet qualifications to teach in California.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Relevant work experience.
• Professional capabilities that enhance the teaching environment.

Special Conditions

• Conditional offer of employment requires completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). Failure may result in withdrawal of the offer.
• Position does not sponsor an H‑1B visa.
• Position holder is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
• Background check required for all positions where required by law or designated as sensitive.
• Cal Poly is a smoke‑and‑tobacco‑free campus.
• Position limited to California residency in accordance with CSU policy.