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Stevenson College: Lecturer

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Position description

Stevenson College at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a qualified part-time temporary lecturer in Stevenson College to teach the course serving undergraduates hired as tutors in the Learning Support Services (LSS) program. Course topics include, but are not limited to, all areas related to providing first-time LSS tutors with learning theory, practical small group and individual tutoring techniques, communication skills, attaining cultural competence as an educator, effective university-level, discipline-specific learning strategies, and informal assessment and evaluation techniques.

We seek applications from outstanding candidates with experience to teach this required course for new LSS tutors. Learning Support Services provides course-specific academic support for all UCSC undergraduate students. The instructor is responsible for facilitating the coordination and communication among students and staff involved with Learning Support Services. LSS staff will work collaboratively with the instructor to present relevant content and information for the course.

RANK: Lecturer

SALARY: $2,772-$3,234 per two-unit course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree or a minimum of ten years of professional experience in a field or fields relevant to the proposed course (e.g. previously mentoring tutors, or teachers). Experience with a college tutoring program.

POSITION AVAILABLE: As openings occur, appointments contingent upon availability of funding.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system, and must include a letter of application which includes description of courses qualified to teach; curriculum vitae; evaluations of teaching (if available); sample course materials - syllabi, handouts, etc. (if available); and three letters of recommendation*.

Documents/materials must be submitted as PDF files.

Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00379

Refer to Position # JPF00379-17T in all correspondence.

*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.

CLOSING DATE: Ongoing. Applicants must update their files every three years to remain in the pool.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831) 459-2686.
Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available here or from the Academic Personnel Office (APO) at (831) 459-4300.
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If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Academic Personnel Office at apo@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4300.

VISIT THE APO WEB SITE AT: http://apo.ucsc.edu

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Letter of Application - Include description of courses qualified to teach

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Evalutions of Teaching (Optional)

  • Sample Course Materials - Syllabi, handouts, etc...
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3 letters of reference required

Job location

Santa Cruz, CA