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Arabic, German, Italian, Korean, and Persian - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

The Department of Modern Languages & Literatures at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool to teach lower-division (100 and 200 level) undergraduate courses in Arabic, German, Italian, Korean, and Persian. 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.

• Candidates must hold at least a master's degree in the language of instruction or in a related field and possess native or native-like fluency in the language of instruction.
• Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.
• This position requires 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.

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

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

• Cover Letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree
• A list of three (3) references with contact information
• Inclusive Excellence Statement - This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.
• Sample of course syllabi
• Teaching Evaluations (if available)

1. Three letters of recommendation - Once selected as a finalist, your references will be notified via email to upload their confidential letter of recommendation
2. Official transcripts from the institution's Registrar's office emailed to momiranda@fullerton.edu

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 the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions part-time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

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 and continued teaching assignments. In some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

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 a general benefits page.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at California State University, Fullerton educates students to be culturally, globally, socially, historically and environmentally astute, civically responsible alumni. The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures offers diverse programs of language, cultural studies, linguistics, literature, and teacher education. Further information is available from the departmental website.

CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy applies; Title IX notice; mandated reporter per CANRA; background check may be required. This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if information is falsified or withheld. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.