U.S. History Instructor Pool
2 weeks ago
Department Overview
The History Department at San Jose State University serves as a dynamic hub for nearly 300 undergraduate and graduate students majoring in History, alongside numerous others enrolled in foundational History courses that satisfy General Education and American Institutions graduation criteria. Our faculty comprises nine full-time tenured or tenure-track educators and fourteen part-time or full-time lecturers, offering a diverse range of courses that span global history across all eras.
Position Summary
We are in search of qualified lecturers to instruct U.S. history courses on a part-time, temporary basis, contingent upon departmental requirements. Available courses include HIST 15: Essentials of U.S. History and HIST 170S: American Identities & Institutions. HIST 15 is a 3-unit, lower-division survey course that meets the American Institutions graduation requirement (Area US1), while HIST 170S is a 3-unit, upper-division course fulfilling both the US1 requirement and the Area S: Self, Society, and Equality in SJSU Studies. Candidates should be prepared to teach in-person on campus.
Key Responsibilities
- Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience teaching U.S. History.
- Instructors must be ready to teach courses as assigned by the department chair, adhering to course descriptions and General Education standards.
- Responsibilities include developing compliant syllabi and course materials, conducting scheduled class sessions, meeting with students as necessary, utilizing Canvas and other instructional technologies, attending faculty and college meetings, maintaining student records (enrollment, attendance, grades, and assessments), and following all CSU and SJSU policies.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and address the diverse needs of a student body, which includes various ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, economic statuses, primary languages, sexual orientations, gender identities, and academic preparations through inclusive teaching materials and strategies.
- All courses must be organized within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), the official platform for the SJSU community. Faculty will have access to this system prior to the semester start date.
- Classes must be conducted as scheduled throughout the semester or term, in the designated format (asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).
Qualifications
- 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, four-year college, or university).
- Applicants should show awareness and sensitivity to the educational objectives of a multicultural student population, which may have been developed through cross-cultural studies, training, teaching, or similar experiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in U.S. History (required for HIST 170S).
- Familiarity 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.
Application Process
To apply, complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- List of three to five references
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy in U.S. History
- Statement of Expertise, detailing professional experience and U.S. History courses you are qualified to teach
Ongoing Position
This position remains open for applications.
Employment Conditions
Faculty members must complete assigned CSU employee training based on their roles (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). The faculty member in this role will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and must report Clery incidents as required.
San Jose State University: A Leader in Higher Education
Located in Silicon Valley, San Jose State University is the founding campus of the California State University system and a prominent public university. Known for its commitment to transformative education, SJSU plays a vital role in the economic, cultural, and social development of the region. With a diverse student body of over 36,000, SJSU is dedicated to enhancing faculty diversity to reflect the rich cultural and identity perspectives of its community.
Equal Employment Opportunity
San Jose State University prohibits discrimination based on various factors, including age, ancestry, disability, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, and veteran status. This policy applies to all students, faculty, and staff as well as university programs and activities.
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