Social Work – Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Position Overview

The Department of Social Work at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. The pool provides part‑time faculty support for courses in the following areas as need arises.

• Social Welfare Policy
• Social Work Practice with Older Adults
• Mental Health Policy & Social Work
• Mental Health Practice with Children and Adults
• Human Development in Social Environments
• Master’s Project/Research Methods
• Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations

Lecturers in the pool will be appointed on a course‑by‑course basis. Appointments are temporary and typically made shortly before the academic term. Lecturers must be able to begin teaching on short notice and are expected to work independently in a community‑based environment.

• A Master’s Degree in Social Work or Social Welfare from a CSWE‑accredited program.
• For practice classes, at least 2 years post‑master’s practice experience.
• University‑level teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with culturally and ethnically diverse populations.

• Experience working with clients of diverse socio‑cultural backgrounds in multiple settings.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California for practice classes.

All applications must be submitted online.

Required materials at the time of application:

• Cover Letter—statement of courses you qualify to teach.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Unofficial transcript confirming highest terminal degree.
• Three references with contact information.
• Inclusive Excellence Statement (≤500 words). This statement should describe your past and present contributions to promotion and engagement with a diverse student population and your future aspirations to create an inclusive academic environment.

Materials requested before hire:

• Letters of recommendation—selected finalists will receive an email to upload confidential letters.
• Official transcripts from your institution’s registrar.

Upload instruction: [[submission portal link]]

Dr. Michelle Martin, Chair, Department of Social Work

Email: mimartin

Initial appointments are for one semester. Compensation is based on units taught and ranges from $5,507 to $6,677 per month, prorated for the semester.

Position requires satisfactory background screening as required by CSU policy. Rehire after a 12‑month break requires a new background check.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. All qualified applicants receive consideration under the laws governing equal employment opportunity.