Child Development Lecturer

4 weeks ago

Fullerton, California, United States California State University, Fullerton Full time

Department of Child and Adolescent Studies

Part-Time Lecturer Pool

The Department of Child and Adolescent Studies at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool.

We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student-centered to teach in the following subject areas:

  • Child development- Infancy to middle childhood
  • Child development- Middle childhood through adolescence
  • Professional communication in the CAS discipline
  • Assessment in child and adolescent development
  • Research methods in child and adolescent development
  • Learning and motivation in early childhood
  • Infant/toddler development
  • Working with parents of young children
  • Adolescent and the media
  • Adolescent sexuality and intimate relationship
  • Parenting in the 21st century
  • General introduction to child development

This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

Required Qualifications

  • A Master's or Doctorate degree in Child Development/Developmental Psychology or closely related field prior to appointment;
  • Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students;
  • A strong background in child development theory and research;
  • An interest in preparing undergraduates to work effectively with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds;
  • The ability to work collegially in a multicultural environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
  • Preference will also be given to those with relevant performance and professional experience.

How to Apply

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

  • Letter of interest or Cover Letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
  • Summary of Teaching Experience/Courses
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon appointment)
  • Diversity Statement- Brief statement (no more than 500 words) detailing how you envision your teaching will support the success of students from underrepresented racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, sexuality, and gender identity backgrounds.

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to: Janna Kim, Department Chair, at

Appointment and Salary

All part-time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.

Classification Range: $5,007 - $6,359 per month

Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $5,295 per month

The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three-unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,008.40 to $7,110 per semester.

For a description of potential benefits, go to

Appointment Date and Academic Calendar

The need for part-time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in the late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term runs from the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions, part-time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

Performance Evaluation

Regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments, and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

About the College and the Department

The College of Health & Human Development (HHD) is one of the eight Colleges on the campus of Cal State Fullerton. The mission of the College of HHD is to provide exemplary education, research, and community outreach related to human health, development, and lifelong well-being. Emphasis is placed on both theory and evidence-based practice, with special attention to the development of critical thinking, leadership, and professional skills needed in a global society.

The Department of Child and Adolescent Studies is dedicated to promoting the well-being of children, adolescents, and families through teaching, research, and reflective practice. The Mission of the department is to:

  • Prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to be effective professionals working with diverse populations in school, service, and community settings
  • Conduct developmentally informed research with implications for practice
  • Make significant contributions to the community through fieldwork and service

The Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Development (CAS) is designed to provide students with empirically-derived knowledge about bio-physical, socio-emotional, and cognitive developmental milestones from conception through adolescence; individual and cultural differences; and common variations in development. Students develop critical thinking, writing, and oral presentation skills in preparation to be professionals working with children and families. Our curriculum provides broad undergraduate preparation for students interested in early care and education, elementary education, special education, and a variety of youth-related social service careers, as well as graduate study in disciplines such as child development, counseling, developmental psychology, and social work.

Campus & Area

Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 41,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California's revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton, we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services, including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

Criminal Background Clearance Notice

This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Please note that continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Faculty rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the new background check.

Out-of-State Employment Policy

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California.

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