Temporary Faculty Pool, Special Education

California State University-Dominguez Hills; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

A prominent university in Los Angeles is inviting qualified individuals to apply for part-time teaching positions in special education. Applicants should have a relevant master's degree and prior teaching experience. Responsibilities include teaching specific coursework and supervising student teachers in various educational settings. The position may require short-notice availability and includes competitive compensation based on qualifications. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a cognate field or related discipline and prior college-level teaching experience.
• Education Specialists candidates must have P-12 teaching experience working with students with disabilities.
• PK-3 Early Childhood Education candidates must have PK-3 teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach university coursework specific to best pedagogical practices for students with disabilities.
• Supervise student teachers and interns in special education settings.
• Evaluate progress of students in credential programs.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of special education practices

Supervision of student teachers

Diverse background experience

Education

Master's degree in a related field

PK-3 credential

Ph.D. in Special Education (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Special Education at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites highly qualified, motivated, and well‑organized applicants for a pool temporary of part‑time teaching appointments. 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 university coursework specific to best pedagogical practices for students with disabilities, assessment and instructional strategies with an emphasis in reading and/or math.
• Supervise student teachers and interns in field experiences across various special education settings for students with mild to moderate disabilities.
• Evaluate progress of students in credential programs leading to the preliminary Educational Specialists Credential in Mild/Moderate, Moderate/Severe, Early Childhood Special Education or the PK‑3 Credential.
• Serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a cognate field or related discipline and prior college‑level teaching experience and relevant industry experience.
• Education Specialists applicants must have P‑12 teaching experience working with students with disabilities.
• PK‑3 Early Childhood Education Specialists Applicants must have PK‑3 teaching experience.
• Applications must have appropriate teaching credential, administrative credential or significant experience in a related field.
• Applicants must have experience teaching and working with colleagues from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Special Education, Early Childhood, Child Development or a related discipline and prior college‑level teaching experience and relevant industry experience is required for teaching upper‑division core courses (300‑ or 400‑level).

Employment Requirements

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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 prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside of California.

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, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

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

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

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised December 24, 2021, as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity 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. Employees shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement. Candidates with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may contact the Human Resources Office at (310) 243‑3771.