Lecturer AY - US History

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History

Lecturer AY - US History

The History Department seeks qualified part‑time instructors to teach U.S. History to 1877 and U.S. History Since 1877, pending enrollment. The faculty member will be expected to teach across varied modalities, including in‑person and online.

M.A. in History or equivalent/related field

• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college or university level
• Appropriate training in United States History to teach undergraduate courses
• Commitment to student‑centered, inclusive pedagogy that supports diverse learners
• Ability to effectively engage a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success

• Evidence of ability to teach in varied teaching modalities (face‑to‑face, online asynchronous, or hybrid asynchronous/in‑person)
• Ph.D. in History or equivalent/related field

Teach assigned classes and carry out related duties, such as holding office hours, grading, planning lessons, and communicating with students outside of scheduled class time.

Screening of applications will begin 05/21/26. Priority will be given to applicants who submit prior to the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.

• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• One or two examples of syllabi for lower‑division U.S. History survey courses
• A statement describing experience mentoring students and supporting their academic and professional growth

California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules (anticipated hiring ranges)

• Range 2: $5,507‑$6,677
• Range 3: $6,221‑$13,224
• Range 4: $6,825‑$14,523
• Range 5: $8,593‑$15,211

Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. Full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

The university offers robust employee benefits. Please see the following link for more information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./csu‑system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee‑benefits‑.

Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.

At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.

The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

All faculty are required to perform their work from within the State of California.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Channel Islands provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and…