Sociology - 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 is inviting applications for the Part-Time Lecturer Pool in the Department of Sociology at CSU Fullerton. The ideal candidate will teach subjects such as Social Media, Social Work, and Family Violence, catering to a diverse student population.

This role requires a Master’s degree in Sociology and an ability to engage effectively with students. Applicants should be prepared to teach with little notice as positions become available during Fall and Spring semesters.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Experience with diverse student populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sociology courses as assigned.
• Participate in evaluations and contribute to course development.

Skills

Ability to interact with diverse population

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Master’s degree in Sociology or related field

Job description

Apply now Job no: 558655
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time

Department of Sociology
Part-Time Lecturer Pool

POSITION

The Department of Sociology at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. We are seeking experienced, well‑organized, and student‑centered individuals to teach in the following subject areas.

• Sociology 201 Social Media and Social Interaction
• Sociology 300 Social Work
• Sociology 305 Social Work Practice
• Sociology 308 Writing for Sociology
• Sociology 325 The American Drug Scene
• Sociology 345 Sociology of Communication
• Sociology 350 Social Relationships and Emotions
• Sociology 353 Sociology of Children & Youth
• Sociology 365 Law and Society
• Sociology 385 Family Violence
• Sociology 410 Theories of Social Behavior

This is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available. Appt. 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Sociology or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first‑generation college students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Relevant work experience and professional capabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

A complete online application must be submitted to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials.

• Cover Letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach.
• Copy of unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree.
• A list of three references with contact information.
• Inclusive Excellence Statement that outlines your perspective on past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging a diverse student population.
• Sample of course syllabi.
• Teaching evaluations (if available).

Required materials before official hire

• Three letters of recommendation. Once selected as a finalist, references will be notified via email to upload a confidential letter of recommendation.

APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The need for part‑time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid‑December; the Spring term runs from mid‑January through the end of May. On rare occasions part‑time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Regular performance evaluations of part‑time lecturers are made by the department in accordance with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future teaching assignments. In some instances, syllabi, assignments, and reading materials will be reviewed by the department personnel committee.

APPOINTMENT AND SALARY

All part‑time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only. Classification range: $5,507‑$6,677 per month. Anticipated hiring range, depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three‑unit assignment typical starting compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.

MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA

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, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE

This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

OUT-OF-STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

EDUCATION CODE 89521 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative or 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.

EEO STATEMENT

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

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May 28 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

Applications close as listed in the posting.