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Part-time Lecturer jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where institutions like the University of California system, California State University, and community college districts across the state post consistent openings. Demand is strongest in humanities, composition and writing, and professional fields such as business and technology. California's sheer size and density of higher education institutions make it one of the most active markets in the country for this role, drawing candidates at every level from recent doctoral graduates to seasoned professionals teaching in their specialty. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Fowler School of Engineering at Chapman University invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer pool for the Academic year 2026-2027 in the following areas:
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on short notice. Fall contracts begin in mid-August and end late-December; Spring contracts begin in mid-January and end mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer and Interterm Sessions may also be available.
Chapman University is a nationally ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 87 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including Fowler School of Engineering, offer 65 bachelors, 53 master, and six doctoral programs, along with nearly 60 minors and 17 accelerated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by the more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.
Opened in the fall of 2019, the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler School of Engineering offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering, and a graduate program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The School also offers several interdisciplinary minors and themed inquiry programs, which allow students from across other Chapman programs to explore engineering. Fowler Engineering is committed to contributing solutions to global challenges and a key component of that mission is the recruitment and support of faculty, staff, and students from the broadest possible set of backgrounds and experiences. The Swenson Family Hall of Engineering, which opened in 2021, provides state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research, enabling truly boundaryless experiences.
Responsibilities
Fowler School of Engineering seeks talented educators who are committed to student-centered, hands-on learning in a small-class environment.
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in your area of expertise
- Prepare and deliver lectures, assignments, and assessments
- Hold office hours to support student learning and success
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure course outcomes align with program objectives
Potential Courses Include:
- Programming (e.g., Python, C/C++, Java)
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Machine Learning and Data Science
- Circuits and Electronics
- Digital Logic and Computer Architecture
- Artificial Intelligence
- Software Design
- Power Systems
- Required: Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field. In lieu of an advanced degree, industry or experiential experience may be considered.
- Preferred: Prior university-level teaching experience
- Preferred: Significant industry experience in relevant areas
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and 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.
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to electronically submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Brief teaching statement (1–2 pages) describing your teaching philosophy and relevant experience
- List of courses you are qualified to teach
- Contact information for three references
For any inquiries, please contact engineering@chapman.edu. Please use Part-Time Lecturer Pool Inquiry as the subject line.
The Fowler School of Engineering will draw from the pool as necessary when openings arise. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will remain in the applicant pool until the end of Chapman University’s fiscal year, August 15. Should you remain interested in future openings, you will need to reapply.
The pay range for course and course related work for this position is $51.28 per hour. This position is contingent on final budget approval. Successful completion of a background check is required for any and all final candidates selected from the pool.
The Fowler School of Engineering at Chapman University invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer pool for the Academic year 2026-2027 in the following areas:
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on short notice. Fall contracts begin in mid-August and end late-December; Spring contracts begin in mid-January and end mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer and Interterm Sessions may also be available.
Chapman University is a nationally ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 87 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including Fowler School of Engineering, offer 65 bachelors, 53 master, and six doctoral programs, along with nearly 60 minors and 17 accelerated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by the more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.
Opened in the fall of 2019, the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler School of Engineering offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering, and a graduate program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The School also offers several interdisciplinary minors and themed inquiry programs, which allow students from across other Chapman programs to explore engineering. Fowler Engineering is committed to contributing solutions to global challenges and a key component of that mission is the recruitment and support of faculty, staff, and students from the broadest possible set of backgrounds and experiences. The Swenson Family Hall of Engineering, which opened in 2021, provides state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research, enabling truly boundaryless experiences.
Responsibilities
Fowler School of Engineering seeks talented educators who are committed to student-centered, hands-on learning in a small-class environment.
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in your area of expertise
- Prepare and deliver lectures, assignments, and assessments
- Hold office hours to support student learning and success
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure course outcomes align with program objectives
Potential Courses Include:
- Programming (e.g., Python, C/C++, Java)
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Machine Learning and Data Science
- Circuits and Electronics
- Digital Logic and Computer Architecture
- Artificial Intelligence
- Software Design
- Power Systems
- Required: Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field. In lieu of an advanced degree, industry or experiential experience may be considered.
- Preferred: Prior university-level teaching experience
- Preferred: Significant industry experience in relevant areas
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and 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.
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to electronically submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Brief teaching statement (1–2 pages) describing your teaching philosophy and relevant experience
- List of courses you are qualified to teach
- Contact information for three references
For any inquiries, please contact engineering@chapman.edu. Please use Part-Time Lecturer Pool Inquiry as the subject line.
The Fowler School of Engineering will draw from the pool as necessary when openings arise. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will remain in the applicant pool until the end of Chapman University’s fiscal year, August 15. Should you remain interested in future openings, you will need to reapply.
The pay range for course and course related work for this position is $51.28 per hour. This position is contingent on final budget approval. Successful completion of a background check is required for any and all final candidates selected from the pool.
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Part-time Lecturer Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- California State University, Stanislaus13
- California State University9
- Chapman University3
- California State University Stanislaus3
- University of Southern California2
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Part-time lecturer jobs across California.
- Master's degree or higher in the subject area you will teach
- Prior college-level or professional teaching experience in the relevant field
- Demonstrated subject-matter expertise through publications, credentials, or industry work
- Ability to develop and deliver curriculum for in-person, hybrid, or online courses
- Strong communication and student engagement skills for diverse California classrooms
- Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
Part-time Lecturer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a part-time lecturer in California?
Most California colleges and universities require a master's degree at minimum, and doctoral preparation is preferred at four-year institutions. Community colleges governed by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office evaluate equivalency through a formal equivalency process when a candidate's degree does not exactly match the discipline. Applicants typically submit transcripts, a teaching statement, and sample syllabi, and competitive candidates often have prior teaching or significant professional experience in the field.
Which companies hire part-time lecturers in California?
California part-time lecturer roles are posted by California State University, Stanislaus, California State University, and Chapman University and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's large public systems, including the University of California and California State University campuses, along with dozens of independent and community colleges, generate the highest sustained volume of openings statewide.
Which California cities have the most part-time lecturer jobs?
Turlock, Los Angeles, and Orange lead California for part-time lecturer openings, reflecting the concentration of university campuses, community college districts, and professional schools in those metros. Los Angeles alone is home to flagship UC and CSU campuses as well as numerous private institutions, which drives the outsized share of listings, while San Francisco and San Diego benefit from research universities and strong professional graduate programs.
Are there remote part-time lecturer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many academic roles allow. About 7% of part-time lecturer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting expanded online program offerings since California institutions scaled distance education. Writing, business, technology, and general education courses are the most frequently offered in fully remote formats, while lab sciences and studio arts remain largely in-person.
How can I get hired as a part-time lecturer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to California Community Colleges, which regularly hire instructors with strong professional backgrounds even without prior classroom teaching. Many campuses accept relevant industry experience as a teaching qualification through the equivalency process administered at the district level. Building a sample syllabus, completing a formal teaching observation or workshop through a faculty development center, and applying to departments where your professional credentials align closely with course content all strengthen a first application.
Where can I find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across institutions and disciplines. Search the listings to find roles that match your subject area and schedule, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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