History Social Sciences Teacher Prep Lecturer Pool

Job no: 528674 |
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer |
Location: San José |
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time

The Department of History at San Jose State University seeks qualified History instructors to teach lower-division U.S. History survey courses (HIST 15: Essentials of U.S. History) and an upper-division survey course (HIST 170S: American Identities & Institutions). Candidates will teach in-person on campus. All courses must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester in the mode assigned.

• Prepare compliant syllabi and course materials.
• Conduct class sessions on schedule and meet with students as required.
• Use Canvas and other instructional technology.
• Attend faculty and college meetings; maintain student records (enrollment, attendance, grades, assessment).
• Follow all CSU and SJSU policies and guidelines.
• Demonstrate inclusive course materials and teaching strategies that respond to a diverse student population.

• MA or PhD in U.S. History.
• Minimum one year of U.S. History teaching experience at the post‑secondary level.
• Experience with the Canvas learning management system.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population.

• Ph.D. in U.S. History (required for HIST 170S).
• Experience with the Canvas learning management system.

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. Anticipated starting salary ranges by level:

• L‑A / Range 2 – $5,507 – $5,959
• L‑B / Range 3 – $6,221 – $7,481
• L‑C / Range 4 – $6,825 – $9,431
• L‑D / Range 5 – $8,593 – $10,347

Part‑time rates are prorated. There are six monthly payments per semester (full‑time annual salary = rate × 12). See Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

• CV
• Cover Letter
• List of at least three references (or up to five)
• Statement of U.S. History Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Expertise, including professional experience and U.S. History courses you are qualified to teach

This is a continuing open position.

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety) and Clery Act training. Faculty in this position may also be designated as a Campus Security Authority and must report Clery incidents and complete Clery Act training as required. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff as well as university programs and activities.

Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. Note that all San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Applications close:
Open until filled