History Lecturer Pool

6 days ago

San Jose, California, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: U.S. History Instructor Position

We are seeking a qualified lecturer to teach U.S. history courses on a part-time, temporary basis depending on department needs. The successful candidate will have a strong background in U.S. history and the ability to teach a variety of courses, including lower-division survey courses and occasional upper-division courses.

Responsibilities:
  • Teach U.S. history courses, including HIST 15: Essentials of U.S. History and HIST 170S: American Identities & Institutions
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans and course materials
  • Assess student learning and provide feedback
  • Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to the development of U.S. history courses
Requirements:
  • MA or PhD in U.S. History
  • Minimum one year of U.S. History teaching experience at the post-secondary level
  • Ability to teach a variety of U.S. history courses
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in U.S. History
  • Experience with the Canvas learning management system
Compensation:

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2.

Anticipated starting salary: L-A / Range 2 - $5007 - $5675

L-B / Range 3 - $5925 - $7125

L-C / Range 4 - $6500 - $8982

L-D / Range 5 - $8184 - $9854

Range salaries above are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full-time AY faculty--part-time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full-time AY annual salary = rate x 12). See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

Application Procedure:

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

  • CV
  • Cover Letter
  • List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references
  • Statement of U.S. History Teaching Philosophy
  • Statement of Expertise, including professional experience and U.S. History courses you are qualified to teach

This is a continuing open position.

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding CSA designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

The President may recommend or require compliance with safety measures that decrease the likelihood of COVID-19 transmission or illness and allows the core mission and activities of the campus to continue.

The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected status. San José State University is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). The university's commitment to social justice extends from its vibrant, inclusive campus to an international network of over 275,000 alumni. As such, San José State is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students, and community can benefit from different and divergent cultural and identity perspectives.

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