Lecturer- AIS 235: American Indian Youth Literature: Learning to Tell the Good from the Bad (Fa[...]

Lecturer- AIS 235: American Indian Youth Literature: Learning to Tell the Good from the Bad (Fall 2026) Apply now Job no: 557873 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: San Marcos Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Human Development AIS 235: American Indian Youth Literature: Learning to Tell the Good from the Bad Semester: Fall 2026 Day/Time: TBD Modality: In‑person College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences Department: American Indian Studies The Department of American Indian Studies at California State University San Marcos seeks a part‑time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach AIS 235: American Indian Youth Literature: Learning to Tell the Good from the Bad. Course content surveys the history, cultural and political dimensions, and impact of children’s and young adult literature, including picture books, chapter books, graphic novels, and young adult novels. The focus is on the importance of works by Indigenous authors and illustrators that support the growth and understanding of tribal sovereignty. Analyses of award‑winning, classic, and popular books will create awareness of the pitfalls and possibilities of children’s books and how books can shape peoples’ behaviors and decision‑making as adults, especially for those in positions to influence governmental and industry policy that impact American Indian nations and communities. A master’s degree or equivalent in American Indian Studies or related discipline Required to work within California per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy Preferred qualifications: Higher education teaching experience Demonstrated intercultural competence and a commitment to serving the campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service Salary commensurate with degree level and experience Anticipated hiring salary range: $5,507 – $8,000 per full‑time month CSU Classification Salary Range (Lecturer A – AY): $5,507 – $6,677 per full‑time month CSU Classification Salary Range (Lecturer B – AY): $6,221 – $13,224 per full‑time month California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Monash University