Department of World Languages and Literatures Teaching Associate (TA) Pool

California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains the university serves approximately 19000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups 80 percent are first-generation and 56 percent are Pell eligible. For more information on the campus please visit theCSUSB website.

CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate 35 graduate and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB diversity equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences backgrounds and insights we inspire innovation challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSBs commitment to hire develop and retain a diverse faculty we offer a variety of networking mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of World Languages and Literatures invites applications for the position of Teaching Associate (TA) for introductory Spanish courses.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

The TA will be responsible for teaching one introductory Spanish course preparing weekly lessons holding office hours evaluating student work proctoring examinations maintaining/submitting student records (e.g. grades) evaluating student assignments and performing other tasks as assigned.
Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Spanish (or related discipline)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Spanish (or related discipline)
• Degree in hand by time of appointment (Bachelors degree in Spanish or related discipline)
• Prior coursework/training in language teaching (SPAN 6615 or the equivalent)
• Currently enrolled as a graduate student at CSUSB
• Must maintain academic eligibility throughout employment period (3.0 GPA or higher)
• Must be able to work cooperatively with faculty staff and other students

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching experience

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

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 CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that CSUSB has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children concerns for the safety and security of people animals or property or heightened risk of financial loss to CSUSB or individuals in the university community.

For health and well-being CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of World Languages and Literatures offers the M.A. degree in Spanish B.A. degrees in Arabic French and Spanish and several certificate programs and minors (including Japanese). In addition we offer courses in American Sign Language (ASL) Chinese Korean and California indigenous languages. The university has established an exchange program with Seijo University in Tokyo. Students can also participate in CSU International Programs in China Japan South Korea and many other countries. The department sponsors a variety of cultural events (Japan Expo Anime Expo Cosplay Runway Event Korean Festival etc.) and student clubs (American X Japanese Cross Cultural Club Korean Culture Club etc.).

For more information regarding the position please contact:

Recruitment Chair:

Dr. George A. Thomas

To find out more about the Department of World Languages and Literatures:

TO APPLY

Please submit

1. 1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
   2. Cover Letter that includes:

   a. A brief statement of your teaching interest/philosophy
   b. A brief description of prior teaching experience

   1. A sample lesson plan for a beginning Spanish course.
   2. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
   3. Reference List - names telephone numbers and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation. Confidential letters of recommendation will be solicited from those listed as references on the application if the applicant is moved forward in the recruitment process.

Formal review of applications will be as needed.

If you are interested in this opportunity we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:

Note: CSUSB is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100000 fee established by the Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers issued on September 19 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

(Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed)

Teaching Associate - Academic Year (2354) Range 1 $3245 - $7598 Per Month

Teaching Associate - Academic Year (2354) Range 2 $3826 - $9576 Per Month

Teaching Associate - 12 Month (2353) Range 1 $3662 - $8723 Per Month

Teaching Associate - 12 Month (2353) Range 2 $4374 - $11019 Per Month

Teaching Associate - Summer Term (2324) Range 1 $3245 - $13170 Per Month

Teaching Associate - Summer Term (2324) Range 2 $3826 - $16606 Per Month

Substitute Teaching Associate (2453) $21.13 - $95.81 Per Hour

Teaching Associate Extended ED - For Credit (2309) Range 1 $3245 - $13170 Per Month

Teaching Associate Extended ED - For Credit (2309) Range 2 $3826 - $16606 Per Month

CSU Salary Schedule: background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

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 CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University San Bernardino 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. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence including Domestic Violence Dating Violence and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

This position may be Designated under California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information:
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