Lecturer - TA 489B: Production and Performance (Spring 2026)

Cal State University (CSU) San Marcos
San Marcos, California 92096 United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 07, 2025
  • Education and Training
  • Job Description



    TA 489B: Production and Performance
    • Position: Lecturer - Academic Year
    • Semester: Spring 2026
    • Day/Time: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, from 7:00 to 9:50 pm (subject to change)
    • Modality: In-person
    • College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral & Social Sciences
    • Department: School of Arts - Theatre Department

    The Theatre Department at California State University San Marcos is seeking a part-time lecturer for Spring 2026 to teach TA 489B: Production and Performance. The course meets on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, from 7:00 to 9:50 pm. Successful candidates will possess a background in directing for the stage.

    Course Description

    Provides students with an engaging and practical experience essential for understanding and synthesizing theoretical and textual work in theatre arts. Students will participate in various aspects of play production including analysis acting, play development, library research, technical theatre, and audience development. Stage work includes rigorous interaction between student, professor, and the text.

    Minimum qualifications:
    • A Master of Fine Arts in Theatre with a focus on directing
    • At least 2 years' experience working with university students
    • Current website portfolio
    • Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

    Preferred qualifications:
    • Professional directing experience
    • Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

    Salary commensurate with degree level and experience
    • Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month

    The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:
    • CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month
    • CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month

    The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

    Application:

    To apply, please prepare to submit the following:
    • Your completed faculty application
    • Professional directing resume (uploaded)
    • Contact information for three current references
    • Letter of interest (uploaded)
    • Link to website portfolio

    Timeline: A review of applications will begin on October 14, 2025; however, the position will remain open until filled.

    The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.

    CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information.

    California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

    Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

    This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

    The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised December 22, 2020 as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon execution of an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status and Legal Duty to Report Child Abuse and Neglect form. Signing the form is a prerequisite to employment and failure to sign will result in any offer of employment being withdrawn.

    Advertised: Oct 06 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
    Applications close: May 31 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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