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General Information
Chapman University seeks applications for part-time lecturers to teach one or two teacher
education courses in its graduate programs (MA Teaching, MA Curriculum and Instruction, MA Special Education) during 2023-2024 (Summer,
Fall, Interterm, Spring, Summer).
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 #121 among Best National Universities by US News and World Report (2022). Our faculty include academic leaders who excel in
research, publishing and world-class teaching in our 11 schools and colleges, including Attallah College of Educational Studies. Dedicated
to forward-looking, personalized education, we create an environment for unlimited achievement by both our students and faculty. More
information about Chapman University is available at www.chapman.edu.
The Donna
Ford Attallah College of Educational Studies, whose educator preparation programs are accredited nationally by CAEP, state accredited by
CTC, and regionally accredited by WASC, offers undergraduate and graduate (master’s, specialist, PhD) programs in integrated educational
studies, leadership, teacher education, disability studies, school counseling, and school psychology. Attallah College is deeply committed
to excellence in scholarship and teaching, providing students with personalized and rigorous educational experiences involving mentoring and
collaborative research. More information on our programs is available at www.chapman.edu/education.
The Teacher Education program includes integrated pathways at the undergraduate to
graduate level, including a MA in Curriculum and Instruction specifically designed for students to obtain their bachelor’s degree, master’s
degree, and California dual teaching credentials (general education and special education) in five years of full-time study. The Master of
Arts in Teaching: Multiple Subject and Secondary Education (MAT) programs allow the candidate to obtain both the general education
credential and the master’s degree through an integrated program of coursework, fieldwork, and student research. The MA Special Education
program allows the candidate to obtain either the mild/moderate or extensive support needs Education Specialist credential plus the master’s
degree. Both the MAT and MA Special Education program include integrated (undergraduate to graduate) pathways that reduce the candidate’s
time and cost in the graduate program. More information on our educator preparation programs can be found at www.chapman.edu/education/graduate/teacher-education.
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 www.chapman.edu/diversity.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Earned
doctorate (e.g., Ed.D., Ph.D.) by start of employment in Education, Curriculum, Learning Sciences, Special Education, Disability Studies, or
related field from an accredited institution. - Candidates with a master’s degree and specialist credential and/or extensive
experience in K-12 school settings will be considered. - Valid California clear teaching credential in the area of the course to
be taught (multiple subject, single subject, special education (mild/moderate, moderate/severe including expertise in assistive technology),
reading and literacy specialist. - Current knowledge of the adopted California P-12 content standards, frameworks and
accountability systems - Demonstrated knowledge of current TPE and TPA requirements for teacher education candidates
Desired Qualifications:
- Dual credential multiple or single subject plus Education Specialist (special education)
- Minimum 5 years K-12 teaching experience
- Expertise in elementary methods, secondary core content methods (English,
mathematics, history/social studies, science), K-12 reading, secondary content area reading, bilingual education (Spanish), culturally
responsive instruction, and/or special education - Expertise and facility with technology, including remote instruction due to
current COVID-19 circumstances - Experience in inclusive education and differentiated instruction
- Demonstrated
commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in education and must be willing to contribute to the University
Diversity and Inclusion plan - Experience teaching, mentoring, or supervising preservice teachers
- Ability to
communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing - Strong commitment to student learning, quality teaching and academic
excellence - Demonstrated ability to motivate and teach students of diverse learning styles and backgrounds
- Appreciation and respect for student role, contribution, and responsibility in the learning process
- Commitment to personalized
education - Commitment to supporting and enhancing programs’ core values and missions as described on the program websites:
- MA Curriculum and Instruction: https://www.chapman.edu/education/undergraduate/integrated-bachelors-plus-masters-in-curriculum-and-instruction.aspx
- MA Teaching: https://www.chapman.edu/education/graduate/teacher-education/te-credentials.aspx
- MA Special Education: https://www.chapman.edu/education/graduate/teacher-education/special-ed/index.aspx
Responsibilities
Classes are generally held from 4:00-6:50 p.m. or 7:00-9:50 p.m., Monday through
Thursday, and meet once per week during the fall and spring semester. Summer courses meet once or twice a week in the evening. Some select
courses are offered during daytime hours or twice per week. Different courses may have openings each semester, please review the Graduate
Catalog at http://catalog.chapman.edu and specify which courses you are most
interested in and qualified to teach (all courses are found in the catalog under Attallah College’s section).
The lecturer will
collaborate with the Director of Teacher Education to design the assigned course section from existing course syllabi and outlines, with
consultation and mentorship.
Responsibilities each week include preparing course lesson plans, coordinating class materials, holding
office hours, 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, as a
nationally-accredited program, all part-time lecturers are responsible for providing data on all accreditation-related assignments, replying
to all college surveys, submitting requested updated information, and maintaining open and ongoing communication with Chapman University
faculty, staff and students through assigned Chapman email throughout the duration of employment at Chapman University.
This is a
part-time lecturer position that requires work to be performed in the State of California and has in-person teaching responsibilities and
required on-campus availability at Chapman’s Orange campus.
Contact Information
Interested and qualified
candidates are invited to electronically submit:
Chapman University faculty employment application
Cover letter detailing
qualifications related to the position description
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy Statement
Optional: Evidence of
teaching excellence (e.g., course evaluations, commendations, awards, syllabi, presentations, letters of recommendation,
etc.)
Contact information for three professional references to:
Dr. Trisha Sugita
Director, Teacher Education
Programs
c/o: Zac Graycen, Administrative Coordinator, Teacher Education Programs at [email protected]
Attallah College of Educational
Studies
Chapman University
Please use “Lecturer in Teacher Education” as the email subject line. Direct inquiries to the same
email address.
Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate. This position is subject to final
budget approval. The hourly range for course and course related work for this position is $42.93 an hour.
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.
Chapman University, One University
Drive, Orange, CA 92866 Human Resources Department
