Lecturer - UNIV 101: The First-Year Seminar (Fall 2026)

Overview The Department of First-Year & University Programs at California State University San Marcos seeks part-time lecturers for Fall 2026 to teach University 101: The First-Year Seminar. This variable-unit course is a first-year seminar (college success course). Candidates should have experience working directly with students. Position and Schedule Position: Lecturer Semester: Fall 2026 Day/Time: Various meeting days/times Modality: In-person College: Office of Undergraduate Studies Department: First-Year & University Programs The Department of First-Year & University Programs at California State University San Marcos seeks part-time lecturers for Fall 2026 to teach University 101: The First-Year Seminar. This variable-unit course is a first-year seminar (college success course). Candidates should have experience working directly with students. Minimum Qualifications A master's degree Demonstrated ability in working with students to facilitate their transition from high school to college. Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment Preferred Qualifications A master's degree in education, teaching and learning, instruction and curriculum development, or in the area of adult education. Previous college-level teaching experience. Demonstrated ability to work with students, particularly first-generation students, to facilitate their transition to the academic and social demands of college. Understanding of CSU undergraduate general education requirements and ability to direct/guide students toward the necessary information/resources for developing an academic plan and career goals. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service. Salary Salary is commensurate with degree level and experience. Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges: 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 The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Application To apply, please prepare to submit the following: Completed CSUSM Faculty Application Letter of Introduction & Interest (uploaded) Curriculum Vitae or Resume (uploaded) Optional survey Timeline: A review of applications will begin on June 17, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information. 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. Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment. 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 as a condition of employment. This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, 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. Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification. #J-18808-Ljbffr California State University San Marcos