AY Temporary Faculty Pool; Lecturer - Child and Family Science

Lecturer in Child and Family Science

Job No: 555874 | Work type:
Instructional Faculty – Temporary/Lecturer |

Location:

Fresno | Categories:
Unit 3 – CFA – California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time

The Department of Child and Family Science serves over 450 majors and 100 minors, most of whom are female, members of under‑represented ethnic minority groups, and first‑generation college students. Students choose an option in either Child Development or Family Science. The department has 7 full‑time faculty and about 10 part‑time faculty.

We often need faculty to teach Child Development, Family Science, and related courses. Course availability varies each semester. Instruction is primarily face‑to‑face during daytime hours.

• CFS 31 – Family Science
• CFS 38 – Lifespan Development
• CFS 39 – Child Development
• CFS 134 – Culture & Diversity
• CFS 135 – Parent Education
• CFS 137 – Care of Infants & Toddlers
• Other courses as identified by the department to meet student needs

Temporary faculty must adhere to university policy and are responsible for preparing, delivering, proctoring, and grading lectures and assignments. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled across the semester in the designated mode (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Appointment is contingent upon budget, enrollment, and the collective bargaining agreement. The “Order of Work” determines course assignment, prioritizing tenure‑line faculty over new lecturers.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and is set by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code 2358). For a full‑time workload (15 WTUs) with a Master’s degree, the monthly range is $5,507–$6,677. Salaries are adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per term.

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed. Appointments may begin on short notice and will be re‑evaluated for continuation beyond two academic terms.

• Fall 2026:
  August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026
• Spring 2027:
  January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Master’s degree in Child and Family Science or a closely related field (e.g., Early Childhood Education, Marriage and Family Therapy, Developmental Psychology, Family Sociology, Women’s Studies) with evidence of specialization relevant to CFS coursework.

• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, evidenced by prior teaching experience and evaluations.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as positions open. Review may begin as early as June 15, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• Deadline for Fall 2026 consideration:
  July 1, 2026
• Deadline for Spring 2027 consideration:
  October 31, 2026
• Closing date for 2026‑2027 Academic Year:
  March 1, 2027

Submit an online application at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu
. Attach:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified to teach.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information for at least three professional references (do not attach letters).
• Unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

A background check, including a criminal records check, must be completed satisfactorily. This position qualifies as a “limited reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires compliance with CSU Executive Order 1083.

California State University, Fresno is a non‑discriminatory employer and provides equal opportunity to all qualified applicants.

Applications remain open until filled.