Political Science - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Opt For Healthy Living; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living seeks a Political Science Part-time Lecturer at California State University, Fullerton. This temporary position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in comparative politics or international law.

Qualifications include enrollment in a Ph.D. program or possession of an M.A. with substantial graduate coursework. Applicants should demonstrate an ability to work with culturally diverse students. The salary ranges from $5,507 to $6,677 per month, prorated based on units taught.

Qualifications

• Prior university-level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse, first-generation students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in comparative politics or international law.
• Prepare syllabi, assignments, and reading materials; maintain up-to-date course materials.
• Assess student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Participate in faculty meetings and departmental activities as required.

Skills

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses

Ability to work with culturally diverse students

Preparing syllabi

Assessing student performance

Education

Ph.D. program in political science or public administration

M.A. with substantial graduate coursework

Job description

Position

Political Science Part‑time Lecturer – temporary lecturer in the Division of Politics, Administration, and Justice at California State University, Fullerton. Location: Fullerton, CA.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in comparative politics or international law, typically in a lecture‑discussion format.
• Prepare syllabi, assignments, and reading materials; maintain up‑to‑date course materials.
• Assess student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Participate in faculty meetings and departmental activities as required.

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Ph.D. program in political science or public administration, or possess a M.A. with substantial graduate coursework.
• Prior university‑level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse, first‑generation students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
• Relevant professional experience that enhances teaching.

Application Process

Submit an online application and the following materials:

• Cover letter stating courses you are qualified to teach.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• Three references with contact information.
• Inclusive Excellence Statement.
• Sample syllabi.
• Teaching evaluations (if available).
• Three letters of recommendation (once selected).
• Official transcripts via registrar.

Appointment and Salary

Lecturer appointments are temporary, typically one semester. Salary range: $5,507–$6,677 per month, prorated to units taught. For a three‑unit assignment, compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.

Legal & Policies

• Mandated reporter under California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
• Background check required; continued employment contingent on successful screening.
• Conform to CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy and other administrative disclosures.

Equal Opportunity

California State University, Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.