Part-Time Lecturer in Ethnic Studies, Fall 21 and Spring 22
- Employer
- Chapman University
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Jun 14, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Humanities, Ethnic & Multicultural Studies
- Employment Level
- Adjunct
- Employment Type
- Part Time
Job Details
The Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences,
at Chapman University invites applications for a Part-Time Lecturer
to teach Introduction to Ethnic Studies and or Indians of
California.
The Wilkinson College seeks candidates who can offer courses
relevant to the undergraduate minor in Ethnic Studies. The
successful candidate will have teaching and mentoring experience at
the college level.
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
#124th among Best National Universities by US News and World Report
(2021). Our faculty include academic leaders who excel in research,
publishing and world-class teaching in our 11 schools and colleges,
including Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities and Social
Sciences. Dedicated to forward-looking, personalized education, we
create an environment for unlimited achievement by both our
students and faculty. More information about the university is
available at https://www.chapman.edu
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
https://www.chapman.edu/diversity
Qualifications
An MA or MS in a social science or humanities discipline is
required, PhD preferred. University or community college teaching
experience is also required.
Chapman University has these expectations of its teaching
faculty:
• An ability to motivate and teach students of diverse learning
styles and backgrounds.
• A strong commitment to student learning, quality teaching, and
academic excellence.
• An appreciation and respect for the student’s role in the
learning process.
• A commitment to personalized education.
Responsibilities
For each assigned 3-unit course section, the lecturer will be expected to teach their course, in-person. Class schedule is made at the discretion of the department chair in consultation with candidate.
The lecturer will coordinate with the department chair and
administrative assistant. Responsibilities each week include
preparing course lesson plans, coordinating class materials,
holding a minimum of 1 virtual office hour, per course, per week,
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, all part time lecturers are
responsible for replying to all college surveys, submit requested
updated information, and maintain open and ongoing communication
with Chapman University faculty, staff and students through
assigned Chapman email thought-out the duration of employment at
Chapman University.
HUM 103: Introduction to Ethnic Studies
This course engages students in an interdisciplinary study of the
histories, cultures, societies, arts, and community work of
marginalized racial and ethnic groups in the United States.
Students will learn about multiple cultures’ social and historical
context within the United States. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass
option. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
AMST 396: Indians of California
This course is designed to familiarize students with the large
Native American community located in California, the structure of
tribal councils, urban Indian centers, and the role of Native
American Studies departments in California. Students will develop
insights to historic and continuing Native American social
substructure, values, beliefs, attitudes, and perceptions. May be
repeated for credit with a different focus. (Offered every
semester.) 3 credits
Qualified applicants should electronically submit a letter of
Interest, Chapman Faculty application, curriculum vita, and contact
information for three references (including their contact
information) to:
Dr. Stephanie Takaragawa
Associate Dean
takaraga@chapman.edu
Please use “Ethnic Studies Instructor Position" in the subject
line.
Successful completion of a criminal background check is required
for the final candidate.
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.
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