U.S. History Instructional Lecturer Pool

2 weeks ago

San Jose, California, United States San Jose State University Full time
Department Overview

The History Department at San Jose State University serves as a dynamic hub for education, catering to nearly 300 undergraduate and graduate History students, along with numerous others enrolled in History courses that satisfy General Education and American Institutions graduation criteria.

This department comprises nine full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty members and fourteen part-time or full-time lecturers. We provide a comprehensive curriculum that spans various global regions and historical periods.

We are consistently in search of qualified History educators capable of instructing lower-division survey courses and, on occasion, upper-division courses.


Position Summary

We are inviting applications for part-time, temporary lecturers to teach U.S. history courses based on departmental requirements.

Available Courses:

  • HIST 15: Essentials of U.S. History
  • HIST 170S: American Identities & Institutions

HIST 15 is a 3-unit lower-division survey course in U.S. history that meets the American Institutions graduation requirement (Area US1). HIST 170S is a 3-unit upper-division survey course that fulfills the US1 requirement and also the Area S: Self, Society, and Equality in SJSU Studies. Candidates should anticipate teaching in-person on campus.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience teaching U.S. History.


Responsibilities

Candidates will be expected to:

  • Teach courses as assigned by the department chair, adhering to course descriptions and General Education standards.
  • Create compliant syllabi and course materials.
  • Conduct scheduled class sessions and meet with students as necessary.
  • Utilize Canvas and other relevant instructional technologies.
  • Participate in faculty and college meetings.
  • Maintain accurate student records, including enrollment, attendance, grades, and assessments.
  • Follow all CSU and SJSU policies and guidelines.

Instructors should demonstrate an understanding of and address the diverse needs of a student population, which includes various ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, economic statuses, primary languages, sexual orientations, gender identities, and academic preparations. This should be reflected through inclusive course materials and teaching strategies.

All courses must be organized within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), which is the official platform for the SJSU community. Faculty must ensure that all classes, whether online or in-person, are anchored in the Canvas system to facilitate faculty-student interaction.

Classes must be conducted as scheduled throughout the semester or term, in the designated format (asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).


Qualifications

Required:

  • MA or PhD in U.S. History
  • At least one year of teaching experience in U.S. History at the post-secondary level (community college, 4-year college, or university).
  • Familiarity with the Canvas learning management system.

Preferred:

  • Ph.D. in U.S. History (required for HIST 170S).
  • Experience with the Canvas learning management system.

Compensation

Salary and compensation will be determined based on qualifications and experience. For more information regarding salary placement, please refer to University Policy S21-2.

Anticipated Salary Ranges:

  • L-A / Range 2: $5007 - $5675
  • L-B / Range 3: $5925 - $7125
  • L-C / Range 4: $6500 - $8982
  • L-D / Range 5: $8184 - $9854

Application Process

To apply, please complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • List of at least three (3) references
  • Statement of U.S. History Teaching Philosophy
  • Statement of Expertise, detailing professional experience and U.S. History courses you are qualified to teach

This position remains open for applications.


Employment Conditions

Faculty members are required to complete CSU employee training as mandated based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety).

Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if background checks reveal disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate withheld or falsified information.

Appointment is subject to budget and enrollment considerations and follows the order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association.


San Jose State University Overview

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose State University is the founding campus of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system and the first public university in the West. Recognized as a leader in transformative higher education, SJSU plays a vital role in the economic, cultural, and social development of Silicon Valley and California.

With an enrollment of over 36,000 students, many of whom are historically underserved, SJSU is committed to increasing faculty diversity to enrich the educational experience for all students.


Equal Employment Opportunity

San Jose State University prohibits discrimination based on various factors, including age, ancestry, disability, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation. This policy applies to all students, faculty, and staff.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

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