Temporary Faculty Pool, Special Sessions Programs – For Credit

The California State University; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites qualified applicants to join a pool of part-time instructors for Special Sessions for credit under CCPE. Faculty are needed to teach diverse undergraduate and graduate courses on a part-time, as-needed basis at CSUDH.

The program emphasizes inclusion of students from varied backgrounds, with appointment decisions based on enrollment and funding. Background checks are required, and the university offers comprehensive benefits with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline for teaching 300 and 400-level courses.
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience teaching at college or university level preferred for 500-level courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in the College of Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE) portfolio of credit extension courses.
• Courses are assigned by academic departments and scheduled through CCPE; staffing determined by department chairs or program coordinators.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity experience

Strong teaching

Education

Master's degree

Doctorate preferred for 500-level

Job description

Temporary Faculty Pool, Special Sessions Programs – For Credit

Job no: 560097
Work type: Extended Education Instructor
Location: Dominguez Hills
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Time Varies, On-site (work in-person at business location)

College of Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE)

Special Session Programs for Credit

Position Description

College of Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE) Special Sessions/Campus Partner Programs at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), invites highly qualified, motivated, and well-organized applicants for a pool of part-time teaching appointments.

At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University's mission, vision, and core values.

College of Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE)

The College of Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE) extends the University into the community through both self-supported and state-supported, market responsive, educational programs and services which transmit university-based knowledge and skills. The College provides the University with opportunities for faculty development, experimentation in curriculum, and development of new instructional delivery systems. College offerings may be nontraditional in subject matter, format, instructional mode, location and time. Program areas include Winter and Spring Intersessions and other Special Sessions Partner Programs; Open University; Credit and Noncredit Extension; Certificate Programs; and the Osher Institute for Lifelong Learning.

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.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses in the College of Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE) portfolio of credit extension courses.

Courses are assigned by academic departments and scheduled through CCPE. Staffing for course assignments determined by department chair and or program coordinators as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline for teaching 300 and 400-level courses.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.
• Applicants must have experience in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Doctorate degree and/or extensive professional experience is required for teaching 500-level courses.

Employment Requirement and Additional Information

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.

Additional Information

The Instructional Faculty, Special Programs For-Credit (job code 2322) has salary base ranges as follows (per unit rate based on a student enrollment of 22 or more) Effective July 1, 2024:

Anticipated hiring base range depends on experience and education. Anticipated base range is determined by the hiring manager. Actual salary is calculated by the College of Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE) and is provided to you via the Letter of Appointment ( LOA) prior to the start of classes.

An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available to benefit eligible appointments that includes: Health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and dependent fee‑waiver; access to campus child‑care; and a defined‑benefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit:https://www.csudh.edu/hr/benefits/ .

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

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.

Current Curriculum Vitae or Resume with contact information

A one page Cover Letter

A one page Diversity Statement

A one page Teaching Statement

List of 3 references with contact information

Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required upon initial appointment)

For international transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required (see below).

International Transcripts US Equivalency Requirements

A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees, which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy). The certification can be emailed to [e-mail] or mailed directly to the Office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH-368, Carson, CA 90747.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at [phone].

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.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final 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

Advertised: Aug 03 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Jun 30 2027 Pacific Daylight Time