Part-Time Lecturers in Teacher Education, 2024 (Spring, Summer, Fall)
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Orange, CA | United States
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Job Title Part-Time Lecturers in Teacher Education, 2024 (Spring, Summer, Fall) Department Location Category Status Attallah College of Educational Studies Orange Faculty Part-time General Information Chapman University seeks applications for part-time lecturers to teach one or two teacher education courses in its graduate programs (MA Teaching, MA Curriculum and Instruction, MA Special Education) in 2024 (Spring, Summer, Fall).
Chapman University is a nationally- ranked institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. The University achieved R2 status in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, a distinction held by just 10 percent of all U.S. universities and is ranked as #133 among Best National Universities by US News and World Report (2024). Our faculty include academic leaders who excel in research, publishing and world-class teaching in our 11 schools and colleges, including Attallah College of Educational Studies. Dedicated to forward-looking, personalized education, we create an environment for unlimited achievement by both our students and faculty. More information about Chapman University is available at .
The Donna Ford Attallah College of Educational Studies, whose educator preparation programs are accredited nationally by CAEP, state accredited by CTC, and regionally accredited by WASC, offers undergraduate and graduate (master’s, specialist, PhD) programs in integrated educational studies, leadership, teacher education, disability studies, school counseling, and school psychology. Attallah College is deeply committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching, providing students with personalized and rigorous educational experiences involving mentoring and collaborative research. More information on our programs is available at .
The graduate Teacher Education programs are designed to prepare the next generation of educators to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population in schools. Attallah College’s combined teaching credential and master’s degree programs offer small class sizes and hands-on professional training for meaningful work in schools and communities. Chapman University also offers integrated pathways at the undergraduate to graduate level where undergraduates may begin master’s degree coursework in their junior or senior years. More information on our educator preparation programs can be found at - Integrated Bachelor’s degree/Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction, with Joint Preliminary Multiple Subject and Education Specialist Mild/Moderate Support Needs Credential - Master of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education (Multiple Subject Credential) - Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Education (Music Education Program Emphasis) - Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Education (Single Subject Credential) - Master of Arts in Special Education - Master of Arts in Special Education with Preliminary Extensive Support Needs Credential - Master of Arts in Special Education with Preliminary Mild/Moderate Credential The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University is available at .
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Earned Masters degree in Education, Curriculum, Learning Sciences, Special Education, Disability Studies, or related field from an accredited institution.
- Candidates with a master’s degree and specialist credential and/or extensive experience in K-12 school settings will be considered.
- Valid California clear teaching credential in the area of the course to be taught (multiple subject, single subject, special education (mild/moderate, moderate/severe including expertise in assistive technology, and/or reading and literacy specialist).
- Current knowledge of the adopted California P-12 content standards, frameworks and accountability systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current TPE and TPA requirements for teacher education candidates.
- Ability to teach in person in Orange, California.
Desired Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate (e.g., Ed.D., Ph.D.) in Education, Curriculum, Learning Sciences, Special Education, Disability Studies, or related field from an accredited institution.
- Dual credential (multiple or single subject plus Education Specialist (special education)) and/or NBCT certification.
- Minimum 5 years K-12 teaching experience.
- Expertise in elementary methods, secondary core content methods (English, mathematics, history/social studies, science), K-12 reading, secondary content area reading, culturally responsive instruction, and/or special education.
- Expertise and facility with technology, including remote instruction due to current COVID-19 circumstances.
- Experience in inclusive education and differentiated instruction.
- Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in education and must be willing to contribute to the University Diversity and Inclusion plan.
- Experience teaching, mentoring, or supervising preservice teachers.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
- Strong commitment to student learning, quality teaching and academic excellence - Demonstrated ability to motivate and teach students of diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
- Appreciation and respect for student role, contribution, and responsibility in the learning process.
- Commitment to personalized education.
- Commitment to supporting and enhancing programs’ core values and missions as described on the program websites:
MA Curriculum and Instruction: catalog.chapman.edu/...d=8036&returnto=2224
MA Teaching:
MA Special Education:
Responsibilities
Classes are generally held from 4:00-6:50 p.m. or 7:00-9:50 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and meet once per week during the fall and spring semester. Summer courses meet once or twice a week in the evening. Some select courses are offered during daytime hours or twice per week. Different courses may have openings each semester, please review the Graduate Catalog at and specify which courses you are most interested in and qualified to teach (all courses are found in the catalog under Attallah College’s section).
The lecturer will collaborate with the Director of Teacher Education to design the assigned course section from existing course syllabi and outlines, with consultation and mentorship.
Responsibilities each week include preparing course lesson plans, coordinating class materials, holding office hours, and grading assignments submitted by the students. The lecturer must be available to attending instructor meetings periodically held throughout the semester as well as a half day orientation at the beginning of the semester. Finally, as a nationally- accredited program, all part-time lecturers are responsible for providing data on all accreditation- related assignments, replying to all college surveys, submitting requested updated information, and maintaining open and ongoing communication with Chapman University faculty, staff and students through assigned Chapman email throughout the duration of employment at Chapman University.
This is a part-time lecturer position that requires work to be performed in the State of California and has in-person teaching responsibilities and required on-campus availability at Chapman’s Orange campus.
Contact Information
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to electronically submit:
- Chapman University faculty employment application
- Cover letter detailing qualifications related to the position
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Optional: Evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., course evaluations, commendations, awards, syllabi, presentations, letters of recommendation, etc.)
- Contact information for three professional references to:
Dr. Trisha Sugita, Director, Teacher Education Programs
c/o: Zac Graycen, Administrative Coordinator, Teacher Education Programs attallahcollegecareers @ chapman.edu Attallah College of Educational Studies, Chapman University Please use "Lecturer in Teacher Education" as the email subject line. Direct inquiries to the same email address.
Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate. The pay range for course and course related work for this position is $44.32 per hour.
Download a copy of the Chapman Faculty Application for Employment here.
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Chapman University, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866 Human Resources Department In your application, please refer to myScience.org and reference JobID 2754437 .
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