Lecturer American Civic Literacy
2 weeks ago
Job Summary/Basic Function: WSU’s Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development invites applications for a full-time lecturer position. The Center is seeking a lecturer to teach our American Civic Literacy course. This course fulfills the educational requirements established in The Advance Ohio Education Act (Senate Bill 1), which requires students to read and engage key documents in America’s civic tradition. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for civic education and a commitment to passing along America’s civic tradition to the next generation of university students.Lecturers will teach four courses per semester and carry out other responsibilities as assigned by the Center’s leadership. The start date for this 10-month, renewable contract is August 1, 2026. Adjunct over summer or semester is also possible for additional pay. The Center’s Mission: The Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development at Wright State University is dedicated to advancing civic literacy, democratic participation, and workforce readiness through innovative education, professional development, and community engagement. As Ohio’s only civic center founded voluntarily by a university, the Center serves as a regional hub for evidence-based civics instruction, credentialing, and leadership development. Minimum Qualifications Lecturer: Master’s degree in history, Political Science, or a closely-related field. Senior Lecturer: Master’s degree in history, Political Science, or a closely-related field and college level teaching experience. General knowledge of foundational documents associated with America’s civic tradition, including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Federalist Papers, The Emancipation Proclamation, The Gettysburg Address, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s Letter from Birmingham Jail, and the writings of Adam Smith. Teaching experience. Commitment to continuous improvement and willingness to implement feedback mechanisms. Preferred Qualifications J.D. Ph.D. in History, Political Science, or a closely related field. Experience teaching foundational civic principles, U.S. founding documents, and constitutional themes. Experience facilitating group discussions. Thorough or comprehensive knowledge of foundational documents associated with America’s civic tradition, including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Federalist Papers, The Emancipation Proclamation, The Gettysburg Address, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s Letter from Birmingham Jail, and the writings of Adam Smith. Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
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Visiting Lecturer/Assistant/Associate/Professor
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Dayton, United States Wright State University Full timeJob Summary/Basic Function: The Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development is seeking a Constitutional Law specialist to assist in developing and administering the Civic Foundations initiative. The term of the position is approximately three years. The position is open to applicants at all academic ranks (Lecturer, Assistant, Associate, or Full...
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Dayton, United States Wright State University Full timeJob Summary/Basic Function: Wright State University’s Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development is launching a transformative initiative—Civic Foundations: Equipping K–12 for America’s Next 250 Years—to strengthen civics instruction and engagement across a 16-county region of Southwest Ohio. The initiative is supported by the U.S....
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Dayton, Ohio, United States Wright State University Full timeThe Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development is seeking a Constitutional Law specialist to assist in developing and administering the Civic Foundations initiative. The term of the position is approximately three years. The position is open to applicants at all academic ranks (Lecturer, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor). The desired start...
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Dayton, United States Wright State University Full timeJob Summary/Basic Function: WSU’s Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development invites applications for its adjunct instructor pool. Adjunct instructors will begin teaching courses in the Fall 2026 semester. The Center is seeking adjuncts to teach CCD 1001 – American Civic Literacy. This course fulfills the educational requirements established...
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Visiting Faculty
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Dayton, OH, United States Wright State University Full timePosition Information Position Information (Default Section) EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer. Faculty Rank or Job Title Visiting Faculty & Program Manager Job Category: Faculty/Instructional Department Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development EEO number: 26Y127 Position FTE 100% Minimum Annual or Hourly...
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Instructor/Lecturer
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Dayton, United States Wright State University Full timeJob Summary/Basic Function: To teach undergraduate classes in Sports Science and Health. Minimum Qualifications Earned graduate degree in Exercise Science, Health or a related field. Previous university teaching experience or equivalent. Candidate must demonstrate evidence of collaborative involvement in professional service, effective communication and...
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Dayton, United States Kurz Solutions Full timeMD/DO - Radiologist The Birthplace of Aviation - leader of aerospace technology The Community - Dayton, OH Known as The Birthplace of Aviation, Dayton is home to the Wright Brothers, the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, the Wright family mansion Hawthorn Hill, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force (the world's largest and oldest...
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Dayton, United States KurzSolutions Full timeMD/DO - Radiologist The Birthplace of Aviation - leader of aerospace technology The Community - Dayton, OH Known as The Birthplace of Aviation, Dayton is home to the Wright Brothers, the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, the Wright family mansion Hawthorn Hill, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force (the world's largest and oldest...
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Dayton, United States KurzSolutions Full timeMD/DO - Radiologist The Birthplace of Aviation - leader of aerospace technology The Community - Dayton, OH Known as The Birthplace of Aviation, Dayton is home to the Wright Brothers, the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, the Wright family mansion Hawthorn Hill, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force (the world's largest and oldest...
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Dayton, OH, United States KurzSolutions Full timeMD/DO - Radiologist The Birthplace of Aviation - leader of aerospace technology The Community - Dayton, OH Known as The Birthplace of Aviation, Dayton is home to the Wright Brothers, the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, the Wright family mansion Hawthorn Hill, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force (the world's largest and oldest...
