Vietnamese - 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 at CSU Fullerton invites applications for a part-time lecturer in Vietnamese Studies. Candidates will teach courses in the Vietnamese language, culture, business, and literature. A master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field is required, along with native-like fluency in Vietnamese.

Successful applicants will contribute to a diverse academic environment, with appointments from the part-time pool being temporary and made before the academic term starts. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $5,507 to $6,677 monthly.

Qualifications

• Hold a master’s degree or a Ph.D. in Vietnamese Studies.
• Demonstrate ability to interact effectively with diverse students.
• Must reside in California at the time of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Vietnamese Studies.
• Conduct evaluations and maintain academic standards.

Skills

Native-like fluency in Vietnamese

Ability to work with diverse students

Education

Master’s degree in Vietnamese Studies or related field

Ph.D. in Vietnamese Studies or related field

Job description

POSITION

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer pool in Vietnamese Studies to teach undergraduate courses in Vietnamese language, culture, business, art, literature, linguistics and/or film.

Areas of Specialization

• Vietnamese Language, Introductory to Advanced
• Vietnamese Culture, Civilization, and Contemporary Vietnam
• Vietnamese for Business
• Vietnamese Literature
• Vietnamese Film

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. Appointments 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

• Hold at least a master’s degree in Vietnamese Studies or a related field and possess native‑like fluency in Vietnamese to teach lower‑division (100‑ and 200‑level) courses; or hold a Ph.D. (or be a Ph.D. candidate) in Vietnamese Studies or a related field and possess native‑like fluency in Vietnamese in order to teach upper‑division (300‑level) courses.
• Demonstrate ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first‑generation college students.
• Have the legal right to work in the United States of America. California State University, Fullerton cannot sponsor part‑time faculty for work visas or permanent residence.
• Must reside in the State of California at the time of hiring. This requirement cannot be waived, even for online courses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference to candidates with prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.
• Preference for those with experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference for those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

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 accord 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 material may be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

APPOINTMENT AND SALARY

All part‑time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the CSU Collective Bargaining Agreement with 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.

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, see: https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/health-benefits.html

MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA

This position requires compliance with the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and CSU Executive Order 1083.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE

Offer is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Continued employment requires completion of a satisfactory background screening per CSU policy.

OUT‑OF‑STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

Under the CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, employees must perform CSU‑related work within the State of California.

EDUCATION CODE 89521 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decision within the last 7 years determining sexual harassment, only after meeting minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to sign a release form authorizing release of information concerning any substantiated allegations.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications close on May 28, 2026 12:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time. Please direct all questions about the position to Dr. Linh Nguyen, Vietnamese Program Coordinator, at [e-mail].