U.S. History Lecturer Pool

Job Overview

Job no: 528668
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San José
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA
- California Faculty Association, Faculty
- Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time

The Department of History at San Jose State University offers a vibrant academic environment for undergraduate and graduate students. The department seeks qualified History instructors to teach lower-division survey courses and occasional upper-division courses.

• Teach the assigned U.S. History courses (HIST 15: Essentials of U.S. History; HIST 170S: American Identities & Institutions) on a part‑time, temporary basis.
• Prepare and deliver fully compliant syllabi, conduct scheduled class sessions, and meet with students as required.
• Use Canvas Learning Management System for all course activities, including class notes, assignments, and assessments.
• Create inclusive course materials and teaching strategies that address the diverse needs of the student population.
• Maintain accurate student records (enrollment, attendance, grades, assessment data) and attend required faculty and college meetings.
• Ensure all classes are offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester, in the mode assigned.

• MA or PhD in U.S. History.
• Minimum one year of U.S. History teaching experience at the post‑secondary level.
• Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural student body.

• Ph.D. in U.S. History (required for HIST 170S).
• Experience working with the Canvas LMS.

Compensation is based on qualifications and experience. Anticipated monthly salary ranges for full‑time faculty are:

• L‑A / Range 2 – $5,507 – $5,959
• L‑B / Range 3 – $6,221 – $7,481
• L‑C / Range 4 – $6,825 – $9,431
• L‑D / Range 5 – $8,593 – $10,347

Part‑time rates are prorated. See the Faculty Salary Schedule for details.

• CV
• Cover Letter
• References (minimum three, up to five)
• Statement of U.S. History Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Expertise, including professional experience and courses qualified to teach

• Completion of required CSU employee training (discrimination, harassment, Title IX, safety, etc.).
• Compliance with the Clery Act and Campus Security Authority reporting requirements.
• Conditional offer: employment subject to background check and proof of U.S. work eligibility.
• Appointment contingent on budget, enrollment, and collective bargaining provisions.

San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

This is a continuing open position. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.