Temporary Faculty Pool, School and College Counseling Program

California State University-Dominguez Hills; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement and tuition assistance

Job summary

California State University-Dominguez Hills seeks part-time Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer to teach graduate courses in Counseling. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Education, along with professional counseling experience. Responsibilities include mentoring students and participating in program assessments. The position offers flexible work hours with opportunities available during the Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions. This role includes a competitive compensation benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Professional counseling experience in School or College settings.
• Prior teaching experience.
• Experience teaching and working with diverse colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in School and College Counseling.
• Mentor students in professional development.
• Participate in program assessment needs.
• Serve weekly office hours based on teaching unit load.

Skills

Teaching experience

Professional counseling experience

Experience with diverse backgrounds

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Education, or related discipline

Job description

Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer 1

Location

Southern California (Dominguez Hills)

Appointment Type

Temporary, Time Varies

Job No: 556898

Job Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Time Varies, Education Support Professionals, On-site

The Department of School and College Counseling at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites highly qualified, motivated, and well‑organized applicants for part‑time teaching appointments. CSUDH celebrates and respects diversity in all forms and seeks candidates who can demonstrate experience teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Position Overview

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid‑December; the Spring term begins mid‑January and ends in mid‑May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in the Master of Science in Counseling, School and College Counseling programs.
• Mentor students in professional development.
• Participate in program assessment and accreditation needs as relevant for part‑time faculty.
• Serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Education, or related discipline.
• Professional counseling experience in School or College settings.
• Prior teaching experience.
• Experience teaching and working with colleagues from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Counseling, Psychology, Education, or related discipline.
• Professional counseling experience in School and College settings.
• Valid Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential.
• Prior teaching experience at the college level.

Employment Requirements

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Candidates must comply with the California State University Out‑of‑State Employment Policy.

Salary and Benefit Information

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are as follows (details omitted).

The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance.

Mandated Reporter

This position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA). Applicants must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083, revised December 24, 2021, as a condition of employment.

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants must disclose whether they have received a final administrative or judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Release Form Requirement

Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Application Deadline

Applications close: 28 Feb 2027 Pacific Standard Time