Temporary Faculty Pool; Lecturer - ASL-English Interpreting

Responsibilities

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph
2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) of lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master’s degree is $5,507–$6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term.

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply.

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

Education
: A Master’s degree in ASL Interpreting or a closely related field from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.

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

• A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, exemplified through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• A minimum of 3 years as an ASL-English Interpreter, and RID or comparable certification.

California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Candidates with disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or successfully perform the job’s essential functions are encouraged to contact the department and USC’s Office of Equal Opportunity to discuss possible accommodations.