Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Languages & Cultures; AY

Overview

Part-Time Lecturer Pool - World Languages & Cultures (AY 25/26) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Positions are available as determined by need and funding in the Fall, Winter, and/or Spring Quarters during the  academic year. Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience and time base. Applicants must be capable of teaching one or more of the following language courses:
Elementary or intermediate French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin (in Traditional Character Form), and/or Spanish. The department also seeks applicants qualified to teach advanced-level courses in Spanish, or subtopic classes (e.g., Latin America, Mexico, China, Italy) for the course Humanities in World Cultures: a writing-intensive, upper-division General Education class taught in English.

• Teach one or more of the following language courses:
  Elementary or intermediate French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin (Traditional Characters), and/or Spanish.
• Possibly teach advanced-level courses in Spanish or subtopic classes for the Humanities in World Cultures course.
• Contribute to curriculum development and student mentorship as appropriate within the part-time lecturer appointment.

• Required: M.A. degree in language, literature, and/or culture or in second language acquisition.
• Preferred: Ph.D. in an appropriate field.
• Demonstrated college teaching experience.

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

• Lecturer A: $5,507-$6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221-$13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825-$14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593-$15,221

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment:
This position is open to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly complies with Title VI, Title IX, the ADA, Section 504, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment to support student success.

• Due to CSU policies, the person hired must reside in California at the time of hire and for the entirety of the appointment.
• All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
• Following a conditional offer, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before starting work. An individualized assessment will be conducted if a criminal history is disclosed.
• Cal Poly is smoke and tobacco-free.
• Out-of-State Employment Policy restricts CSU employment to work performed within California.

• Attach: cover letter.
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae.
• List of courses you are interested in teaching; include courses previously taught if applicable.
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned (official transcripts required prior to appointment).
• Teaching philosophy and teaching effectiveness, if available.
• Three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online application. Cal Poly will solicit letters directly.

Review begins May 9, 2025 and continues throughout the 2025-26 academic year.

For questions, contact the World Languages and Cultures Department at  or wlc.

To Apply:

All applicants must apply online at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./546537