School of Education
Faculty Employment Opportunity - Lecturer
The University
Sonoma State University’s beautiful 274-acre campus is located in Sonoma County wine country, an hour north of San Francisco. The campus offers the ideal setting for teaching and learning and access to a community of rich cultural, environmental, and recreational opportunities. Founded in 1960, SSU is one of the 22 campuses of the California State University System. As members of the largest public higher education system in the nation, we provide accessible, high-quality education.
The School/Department
The School of Education (SOE) at Sonoma State University prepares educators and leaders to support diverse learners and make a meaningful impact in schools and communities across TK–12 and beyond.
Housed within the College of Education, Counseling, and Ethnic Studies (ECES), our programs integrate theory, clinical practice, leadership, and advocacy to strengthen schools and communities.
Students and program completers pursue careers in teaching, special education, school and district leadership, instructional coaching, community-based education, and equity-focused organizations, as well as advanced work in policy, curriculum, leadership, and higher education.
We offer a Master of Arts in Education, Credential Programs, and Added Authorizations designed to support multiple pathways into the education profession.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to see the department’s web page at: www.soe.sonoma.edu
Duties of the Position
Supervision of student teachers in the TK-grade 12 settings in the multiple, single and special education teaching credential programs. In addition, methods courses in some programs may be available to teach. Predominantly, this position is necessary for all field work and clinical practice requirements per CTC and specific programs.
- Supervisor duties vary within each credential program but generally include:
- regularly observe candidates in the field as they work with students and their mentor teachers
- communicate and collaborate with mentor teachers and other administrators when appropriate at the field site
- supporting candidates as they prepare submissions for state assessments whenever possible
- facilitating debrief sessions after observations with student teachers and others
- responding to and troubleshooting with student students teachers and their mentor teachers if and when concerns arise
- providing timely feedback to student teachers related to lesson planning, lesson implementation, and assessments
- supporting struggling student teachers as needed
- problem solving at the placement site
- in some programs, placing student teachers with qualified and effective mentors and support this relationship as needed in collaboration with the onsite principal and program's Placement Director
- conducting midterm and final evaluations of student teachers, typically held as a meeting between the mentor, student teacher, and supervisor, and completing required documentation associated with these evaluations
- attending regular, on-going supervisor meetings at the SSU campus whenever possible via zoom or face-to-face
- communicating with program coordinator and/or department chair as needed
- representing the University, School, Department and Program through approved interactions at field sites
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Education (or related field) required
- Teaching credential within the same program in which supervision would occur (e.g. multiple subject, single subject, educational specialist)
- Experience working with new teachers, teacher candidates/student teachers, or struggling teachers
- Experience working with diverse student populations
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years recent experience working as a teacher or principal in public elementary school, or in teacher education. Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Education or specific content area (math, science, social studies, etc.), or related fields. Reading Certificate, Dual-Language Certificate, ELD Certificate, bilingual authorization, or equivalent (required). Valid CA teaching or admin credential; knowledge and experience in California School settings.
Rank and Salary
Full-time is a 15-unit workload per semester. Actual salary is dependent upon the number of units assigned, educational preparation, and availability of funds subject to any CSU system faculty contract salary increases.
- Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.
- Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month.
- The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salary range indicated above is prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.
- Selection as a candidate in the applicant pool, does not guarantee employment. Temporary Faculty appointments are made on a part-time, temporary basis and contingent upon department needs and funding.
- Temporary Faculty appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis.
- Relocation expenses will not be provided for temporary faculty appointments.
- Expenses incurred to attend an interview for temporary faculty positions are not reimbursed by the University.
Required Application Materials
- Cover letter indicating courses for which you would like to be considered
- Curriculum vitae
- Unofficial transcripts (Official transcripts may be required of the selected candidate)
- Teaching Philosophy (optional)
- Contact Information for 3 References (optional)
Application procedures for temporary faculty already teaching in the department:
- Temporary Faculty with three-year appointments do not need to reapply.
- Temporary Faculty who had a paid appointment during the prior academic year with your department (either one or both semesters); this includes Lecturers on the Re-Employment list are not required to apply through the Recruitment Pool unless they would like to be evaluated to teach additional courses, not currently designated as qualified to teach.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, go to jobs.sonoma.edu and click on the Staff & Faculty Career Opportunities link. Find and select the faculty position you are applying for to view the description and select . If you have not previously applied, you will be prompted to create an account. You can use this account to apply to multiple positions. Once you have submitted the application, a confirmation email will be automatically sent to you. Please do not send materials to [email protected]. If you encounter difficulties during the application process, please email [email protected]
Application Deadline
First consideration will be given to applications received by August 14th, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. Early response is encouraged.
Contact Information
Questions concerning the application process may be directed to: [email protected]
Questions concerning this position may be directed to:
Dr. Paula Lane - [email protected]
Please refer to the requisition job number on all correspondence and inquiries regarding this position.
The ADA Coordinator is also available ([email protected]) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
Our Commitment
Sonoma State University is a federally-designated Hispanic Serving Institution, as such we are committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and we endeavor to employ faculty and staff reflecting the linguistic, ethnic, and cultural diversity of the region and state.
Guided by our core values as a university: diversity, sustainability, community engagement, and adaptability, Sonoma State University (SSU) offers an education that fosters intellectual, social, and personal growth. SSU is a public liberal arts and sciences university. As the only member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges in the state of California, we are committed to preparing students for a life of active citizenship and public service. We have a vibrant campus life characterized by a lively co-curriculum that fosters broad-based intellectual and artistic opportunities in which the campus as a whole is actively engaged.
Sonoma State University is committed to creating a community in which bias and intolerance have no place. It is our expectation that all students, faculty, and staff work together to honor this commitment and hold each other accountable to create an open and inclusive environment.
We are committed to facilitating spaces in which all can grow by building on our students’ assets as they explore new knowledge. These efforts include fostering creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, experimentation, empathy, and communication. The successful candidate will be one who can collaborate with faculty, staff, administration, and students to achieve these goals. We are especially interested in candidates committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Employment Eligibility & Conditions
CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Sonoma State University hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s identity and eligibility to work, in accordance with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Sonoma State University does not facilitate the process of applying for an H1B Visa for temporary positions.
Education Code 89521
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Annual Reports & Safety Information
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