Department of Counseling and School Psychology Lecturer Pool AY 2026-2027

About the role

The Department of Counseling and School Psychology in the College of Education at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their part‑time lecturer pool. We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty with expertise or experience in counseling, assessment, clinical supervision, research methods, multiculturalism, social justice, and related areas. Temporary appointments may be full‑ or part‑time and are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, requiring availability on very short notice. The Fall term runs mid‑August to late‑December; the Spring term runs mid‑January to mid‑May, with possible summer session opportunities. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, renewable contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continued work availability. Applications remain in the pool for the academic year in which they are submitted.

Responsibilities

• Counseling
• Assessment
• Clinical Supervision
• Research Methods
• Multiculturalism
• Social Justice
• Other related areas

Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references (new employees only)
• Cover letter (new employees only)
• Unofficial transcripts (new employees only)

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
• University teaching experience
• Demonstrated currency in subject matter

Pay

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

• Lecturer A: $5,507 – $6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221 – $13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825 – $14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593 – $15,211

Schedule

Fall term: mid‑August to late‑December. Spring term: mid‑January to mid‑May. Summer session teaching opportunities may also be available. Appointments are often made shortly before the term begins, requiring availability on short notice.