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

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Prior Experience

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

Benefits

This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited, but not required, to attend department meetings or activities.

Request Materials

• Letter of interest, specifying qualifications, teaching experience and teaching philosophy
• Current curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three outside references

Additional Information

• Hiring is made on a quarterly basis.
• The first class dates for the 2026-2027 academic year are: Fall 2026 – Monday, September 21, 2026 Winter 2027 – Monday, January 4, 2027 Spring 2027 – Monday, March 29, 2027 Summer 2025 - To be Determined

EEO Statement

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decisionmaking, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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