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Adjunct Instructor, Hutchins School of Liberal Studies
2 months ago
Department Overview
Employment Opportunity for Faculty
Work Type: Temporary Instructional Faculty
Location: Sonoma
Categories: Part-Time, Temporary Faculty
Unit 3 CFA - California Faculty Association
Department of Hutchins School of Liberal Studies
Temporary Faculty Position (Lecturer)
Our Mission
At Sonoma State University (SSU), we are dedicated to our core values of diversity, sustainability, community involvement, and adaptability. As a public liberal arts institution, we strive to prepare our students for active participation in society and public service. Our vibrant campus life is enriched by a dynamic co-curriculum that promotes diverse intellectual and artistic opportunities. Faculty members are committed to creating environments where all individuals can thrive by leveraging the strengths of our scholars as they pursue new knowledge. Our initiatives include promoting creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, experimentation, empathy, and effective communication. We aim to cultivate a diverse, equity-focused, and inclusive campus atmosphere. Faculty are expected to engage collaboratively with staff and students, valuing the full spectrum of everyone's contributions in terms of languages, abilities, cultures, and perspectives. We are particularly interested in candidates who are dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About the University
Sonoma State University boasts a picturesque 274-acre campus situated in the heart of Sonoma County's wine country, just an hour north of San Francisco. The campus provides an ideal backdrop for teaching and learning, along with access to a community rich in cultural, environmental, and recreational opportunities. Established in 1960, SSU is one of the 23 campuses within the California State University System. As part of the largest public higher education system in the nation, we are committed to delivering accessible, high-quality education. Sonoma State University is recognized as a federally-designated Hispanic Serving Institution, and we strive to employ faculty and staff that reflect the linguistic, ethnic, and cultural diversity of our region and state.
Department Insights
The Hutchins School of Liberal Studies is an interdisciplinary institution within the Arts & Humanities division at Sonoma State University. Renowned nationally for its innovative approach to Interdisciplinary Studies, the Hutchins School emphasizes student-centered teaching, multidisciplinary inquiry, and the cultivation of critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills necessary for navigating the diverse American landscape. In intimate seminar settings, students and faculty explore topics from multiple viewpoints. Various tracks within the undergraduate major prepare students for careers and advanced studies across a wide array of fields, including pathways to obtain elementary teaching credentials.
Position Responsibilities
We seek candidates with expertise across multiple academic disciplines and experience in seminar-based teaching methodologies (as well as large lecture formats) for a pool of applicants to fill temporary, part-time positions as they become available. The department is particularly interested in candidates with educational backgrounds and experience in ethnic studies, literature, composition, education, child development, psychology, sociology, history, or science education to instruct the following courses:
1) Teacher track service courses (LIBS 304, 'We Hold These Truths,' LIBS 312, 'Schools in American Society,' LIBS 327, 'Literacy, Language, and Pedagogy,' LIBS 330, 'The Child in Question,' and LIBS 392, 'Performing Arts for Children').
2) Courses in the Hutchins General Education Program (LIBS 100, 101, 102, 103, 201, 202, and 204). We particularly welcome instructors with experience in teaching writing support, first-year transition, and ethnic studies general education.
3) Courses addressing the intersection of science and society or science education (LIBS 320B core seminars). This core area includes courses that examine the relationship between science, technology, and society. Students will deepen their understanding of both the sciences and social sciences while engaging with critical issues raised by the societal applications of science and technology. Examples of LIBS 320B courses previously offered include: 'The Biased Brain,' 'Climate Change and Society,' 'Feminism in Science,' 'Informal Learning and STEM,' and 'Mathematics and Human Imagination.'
Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their cover letter any of the aforementioned service courses they are interested in teaching, as well as any original course proposals that align with the Core B offerings.
Qualifications
Required:
Master's degree (M.A. or M.S.) or higher in relevant fields including arts, humanities, social sciences, or sciences. Applied degrees will also be considered.
A minimum of one year of teaching experience.
Successful candidates must demonstrate pedagogical skills suitable for the courses mentioned above. Instructors should possess an interdisciplinary educational background and/or teaching experience, be adept at leading seminar discussions, assisting with student writing, and engaging with undergraduates of varying academic abilities.
Compensation and Employment Terms
Full-time positions typically involve a 15-unit workload per semester. Actual salary will depend on the number of units assigned, educational qualifications, and available funding, subject to any salary increases as per CSU system faculty contracts.
- Salary is commensurate with degree level and experience.
- Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $4,530 - $6,056 per full-time month.
- The monthly base salary range indicated above is prorated based on the number of units worked and is disbursed in six monthly payments for each full semester.
- Being selected as a candidate in the applicant pool does not guarantee employment. Temporary Faculty appointments are made on a part-time, temporary basis and are contingent upon departmental needs and funding.
- Temporary Faculty appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis.
- Relocation expenses will not be covered for temporary faculty appointments.
- Expenses incurred for attending interviews for temporary faculty positions are not reimbursed by the University.
Application Process
To apply for this position, please visit the Staff & Faculty Career Opportunities link on our website. Locate and select the faculty position you wish to apply for to view the description and select Apply Now. If you are a first-time applicant, you will be prompted to create an account, which can be used to apply for multiple positions. Upon submission of your application, a confirmation email will be sent automatically.
Required Application Materials:
- Application letter detailing Hutchins courses of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Sample Student Evaluations
Additional Information
Sonoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
This position is classified as a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the relevant regulations as a condition of employment.
