Full-Time Lecturer/ (Academic Year) Recreation and Leisure Studies
About The Position
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is seeking a Full-Time Lecturer for the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. This position is for the Academic Year, with an effective start date of August 17, 2027. CSULB is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) committed to serving diverse students and promoting inclusive excellence. The College of Health & Human Services, where the department resides, is a large college with numerous degree programs and extensive community partnerships. The Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies offers undergraduate degrees in Recreation Management and Recreational Therapy.
Requirements
- BA/BS in Recreation Therapy, Recreation, Parks, Tourism, or related discipline.
- MA/MS in Recreation Therapy, Recreation Management, or related discipline. Candidates working toward completion of a master’s degree will be considered as long as official notification of completion of the master’s degree can be provided by August 1, 2027 (for Fall semester start).
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in Teaching.
- Specialization in general Recreation Management or Recreation Therapy.
- Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first-generation students.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated experience in teaching or training excellence at the college or professional level.
- At least two years of related professional work experience (Parks and Recreation, Summer Camps, Non-Profit Recreation like YMCA’s or Boys and Girls Clubs).
- Certified Recreation Therapist (RTC: CA, CTRS: National).
- Experience successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body.
- Experience mentoring or supporting students using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Recreation Therapy and Recreation Management. Mode of instruction is primarily in-person but may include online or hybrid courses.
- Develop relationships with internal and external partners to further expand student opportunities in Recreation and Leisure Studies.
- Participate in service to the Department, College, University, Profession, and Community.
Benefits
- Information on excellent benefits package available to CSULB faculty is located here: CSU Employee Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
