French - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

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work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: fullerton
categories: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, faculty - letters/humanities, temporary, part time

position

the department of modern languages and literatures at csu fullerton invites applications for its part-time lecturer pool in french to teach undergraduate courses in french language, culture, literature, linguistics and/or film (beginners to advanced learners).

areas of specialization
we are seeking highly motivated, well-organized individuals to teach in at least two of the following subject areas:

• french language, introductory to advanced
• french/francophone culture, intermediate to advanced
• french/francophone literature, intermediate to advanced
• french linguistics, intermediate to advanced

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

• candidates must hold at least a master’s degree in french or a related field and possess native-like fluency in french to teach lower-division (100- and 200-level) courses, must be at least a ph.d. Candidate (abd) in french or a related field and possess native-like fluency in french in order to teach 300-level courses, and must hold a ph.d. In french or a related field and possess native-like fluency in french in order to teach 400-level courses.
• 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.

preferred qualifications

• 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.

how to apply

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

required materials at time of application:

• cover letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
• 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)

required materials before official hire:

• three letters of recommendation- once selected as a finalist, your references will be notified via email to upload their confidential letter of recommendation

applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to dr. Hélène domon, french program coordinator, at hdomon .

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…