English, Comparative Literature & Linguistics - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

department of english, comparative literature & linguistics

part-time lecturer pool

position

the department of english, comparative literature, and linguistics at csu fullerton invites applications for its part-time lecturer pool.

we are seeking experienced, well-organized, and student-centered individuals to teach in the following subject areas.

• developmental writing
• beginning college writing
• advanced college writing
• scientific and technical writing
• creative writing
• introductory literature courses
• advanced literature/composition and rhetoric courses
• introductory linguistics courses
• advanced linguistics courses

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 for introductory courses must have at least a master’s degree in the field relevant to the curriculum of the department of english, comparative literature, and linguistics.
• a ph.d. Or extensive professional experience is required for teaching upper-division courses (300- or 400-level).
• candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.

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
• 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)

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
• official transcripts from the institution’s registrar’s office emailed to cpope

applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to irena praitis, department chair of english, comparative literature, and linguistics at ipraitis

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 policy statement 210.070 . These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

appointment and salary

all part-time faculty appointments are made as lecturers, under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between the…