Quarterly Lecturer - Department of Education (2026-2027 Pool)

Santa Clara University • Santa Clara, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Education in the School of Education & Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in education. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University operates on the quarter system, with each quarter lasting 10 weeks followed by an 11th week for final examinations. This is an applicant pool, meaning positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach a maximum of 2 courses per quarter and no more than four courses across the fall, winter, and spring quarters. All classes are intended to be taught in-person, but may transition to online instruction if county health and university health conditions necessitate.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (Ph.D./MFA) in Education or a closely-related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master’s degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Education or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching education at the college level.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success for all students.
• Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.

Responsibilities

• Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively
• Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students
• Holding regular weekly office hours on campus
• Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline
• Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses
• Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or Working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level