University Honors Program - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Careers In Government, Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

The University Honors Program at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool to teach in topics such as Intro University Honors Colloquium, Critical Thinking, Oral Communication, and more. This is a standing pool; qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

Appointments are made as Lecturers under the CSU Collective Bargaining Agreement; initial appointments are for one semester.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or ABD with expected graduation date) or MS/MA in related field in assignment area.
• Prior university-level teaching experience.
• Ability to interact with a diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.

Responsibilities

• Teach in listed topics as part of a lecturer pool.
• Engage students in a student-centered learning environment.
• Participate in program activities and calendar as opportunities arise.

Skills

Student-centered

University teaching

Diversity awareness

Education

Ph.D. (or ABD) or MS/MA in related field

Job description

Job Description

University Honors Program Part-Time Lecturer Pool

POSITION

The University Honors Program at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool.

We are seeking applications from individuals who are student-centered to teach in the following subject areas:

• 100: Intro University Honors Colloquium
• 101A: Critical Thinking
• 101B: Oral Communication
• 201A: American Institutions and Values to 1877
• 201B: American Institutions and Values since 1877
• 210A: World Civilizations to 1500
• 210B: World Civilizations since 1500
• 301T: Honors Natural Science & Math
• 301B: Honors California Government and Politics
• 302T: Honors Arts and Humanities
• 303T: Honor Social Sciences

This is a general recruitment for a pool of part‑time lecturers for the program to draw on from as needed. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. (or ABD with an expected graduation date) or a MS/MA in a related field in the appropriate area of assignment, equivalent experience.
• Candidates should have prior teaching experience at the university level.
• Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation, college students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant performance and professional experience.

APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The need for part‑time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in the late August and ends in mid‑December; the Spring term runs from the middle of 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 accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental 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.

For a description of potential benefits, go to: https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/health-benefits.html

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The University Honors Program at Cal State Fullerton is an academic unit under the Student Academic Support. Honors is dedicated to inclusive excellence and extending the frontiers of knowledge beyond the boundaries of the University, hosting a community of scholars from across CSUF who share a love of learning. The Program's vision is to be a nationally recognized model of inclusive excellence through a sustained commitment to access, student success, academic rigor, and high‑quality learning. The goals of the program are to:

• Foster intellectual curiosity and promote a commitment to inclusion among highly motivated, socially aware, and academically experienced students;
• Provide intense curricular and co‑curricular experiences that engage society's contemporary challenges in an increasingly changing global knowledge economy;
• Deepen the impact of the program among students through rigorous ongoing assessment of learning.

ABOUT CSUF

Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 45,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

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. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

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.

Please note, that continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Faculty rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the new background check.

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.

TITLE IX

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

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.