Teacher Education Lecturer

Job title: Teacher Education Lecturer in Ventura County, CA at California State University

Company: California State University

Job description: Program: Teacher Education

Rank: Lecturer Faculty

Title: Teacher Education LecturerAbout the University:California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among “Regional Universities West” by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th “Most Transformative College” by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success.Located in Ventura County, CSUCI serves a diverse community of over 4,880 undergraduate and graduate students. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1, the university ensures personalized learning and meaningful connections between students and educators. Offering 26 bachelor's degree programs, CSUCI provides a wide range of academic opportunities designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and global leadership.CSUCI is dedicated to supporting its students both academically and financially. In fact, 81% of students receive financial aid, and nearly 59% are first-generation college students. Additionally, 52% of students are Pell Grant eligible, reflecting the university's commitment to providing access to higher education. As a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), CSUCI embraces a vibrant cultural community, with 61% of its undergraduate students identifying as Latinx, alongside other racial and ethnic groups that enrich the campus experience. CSUCI's efforts to advance Latinx student success have earned it the prestigious “Seal of Excelencia” from Excelencia in Education.With a focus on critical inquiry, innovative learning, and social justice, CSUCI is also taking proactive steps to diversify its faculty and confront systemic challenges to equity. This dedication creates an environment where every voice is valued, and students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and personally.Whether through its strong academic offerings, supportive community, or transformative opportunities, CSUCI provides a unique and rewarding experience for students ready to shape their future and make a lasting impact on the world.CSUCI Mission Statement:Placing students at the center of the educational experience, California State University Channel Islands provides undergraduate and graduate education that facilitates learning within and across disciplines through integrative approaches, emphasizes experiential and service learning, and graduates students with multicultural and international perspectives.CSUCI's Commitment to You:CSUCI is committed to helping newly hired faculty develop a sense of belonging in a collaborative and supportive community dedicated to providing resources and opportunities for establishing and sustaining a research agenda and engaging in continuous improvement in equitable teaching and learning.About the Program:The School of Education at California State University Channel Islands works collaboratively with communities to prepare culturally sustaining educators who inspire learning and promote belonging, equity, accessibility, and justice. The Teacher Education Department offers post-baccalaureate teaching credentials in (Multiple Subject), (Single Subject), or (Special Education) Credential Program and a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish that crosses each credential program. Additionally, a Masters in Education with an emphasis in Curriculum & Instruction and an emphasis in Disability Studies are also housed in the department.About the Position:This instructor position will teach in either the multiple subject, single subject or educational specialist credential program and will prepare teacher candidates with the theory, practice and methods of teaching students in classrooms. This instructor will also have the opportunity to teach courses in the masters of Education program's Curriculum & Instruction emphasis.Minimum Degree Requirements:A Masters degree in Education or a related field from an accredited institution.Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of recent and relevant experience in culturally and linguistically diverse school settings.


• Appropriate academic preparation or experience for specific course content.


• Record of high quality teaching and commitment to student success.


• As a condition of employment, this position will require a background check. 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.


• A Masters degree in Education or a related field from an accredited institution is required to teach at the post-baccalaureate credential level. A Doctoral degree in Education or a related field from an accredited institution is required to teach at the graduate/masters level.

Applicants should demonstrate the commitment to effectively work with and engage a diverse student population and evidence of how they would successfully mentor minoritized students with special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, American Indian, and Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander students.Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in education or a related field.


• Evidence of recent and relevant effective university teaching.


• Experience teaching online.

Responsibilities:The responsibilities include designing, preparing and implementing lessons for methods and a graduate level curriculum & instruction course, as well as grading and providing feedback to students on their work. Instructor is responsible for building on current CTC approved curriculum and evaluating student learning. Teaching duties include weekly availability for student office hours (remote is acceptable) and maintaining communications with the department chair and program coordinator.Application Deadline:Screening of applications will begin May 12, 2025. Priority will be given to applicants who submit applications prior to the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.Applicants must submit the following materials:

• CV


• Cover Letter

• A statement describing your experience mentoring and/or working with minoritized students with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander and American Indian students, and


• A teaching philosophy describing how you plan to engage and interact with students, with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, and American Indian students.

In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates.Submit all required materials to the CSUCI Careers application web address below:Compensation:California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules (anticipated hiring ranges):Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.The University offers excellent fringe benefits.General Information:Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in as a condition of employment.A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.Per CSU-wide policy ( ), all faculty are required to perform their work from within the State of California.All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Channel Islands provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU Channel Islands complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.The CSU Channel Islands is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At CSU Channel Islands, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Faculty Affairs at .Advertised: Apr 25 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

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Expected salary: $5507 - 6677 per month

Location: Ventura County, CA

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