Human Communication Studies - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

human communication studies - part-time lecturer pool

job no: 558558
work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: fullerton
categories: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, temporary, part time, faculty - communications/journalism

department of human communication studies
part-time lecturer pool

position

the department of human communication studies at csu fullerton invites applications for its part-time lecturer pool.

we welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student centered to teach in the following subject areas:

• public speaking
• introduction to communication studies
• essentials of argumentation
• introduction to research in communication studies
• quantitative research methods
• other courses listed under hcom in the university catalogue ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)

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

• a master's degree in communication studies or related field or equivalent experience.
• candidates should have prior teaching experience at the university 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.
• coursework or prior teaching experience in the particular course topic.

preferred qualifications

• preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• preference will also be given to those with a record of professional writing and currency.

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 (no more than 500 words):
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 (if available)

teaching evaluations (if available)

documentation of teaching effectiveness (if available)

required materials before official hire:

three letters of recommendation

official transcripts from the institution's registrar's office emailed to crbarnett

applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to zac johnson, department chair, at zjohnson

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 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.

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about the college and the department

the college
the college of communications strives to prepare communicators to advance a democratic society by undertaking critical academic inquiry, serving the community, and engaging in ethical and professional practice across all communications industries and in related…