How to Apply
In addition to completing the online application, please email the following to [email protected] as a single pdf:
- Letter of application addressing your interest in and qualifications for this position. Please be sure to outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. (no more than two pages)
- Current curriculum vitae that includes a list of 2 references.
- Teaching philosophy. Please be sure to include how diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are incorporated into your work as a teacher. (no more than two pages)
- 1-2 sample syllabi (ideally from a course that you designed)
- Teaching evaluations
Summary
The Comprehensive Studies Program (CSP) in the College of Literature, Science and the Arts at the University of Michigan invites applications for a one-term lecturer position for the 2024 summer half-term as part of the 2024 CSP Summer Bridge Scholars Program. Successful candidates will teach one section of CSP 100, a first-year seminar for incoming students. This 3 credit course will meet in person for two hours, three days per week. All sections of the course will meet on MWF, but teaching times will vary depending on the section to which the instructor is assigned.
As the core course in the Summer Bridge Scholars Program, CSP 100 is at once an accelerated introduction to the intellectual life and culture of the University of Michigan, and a course designed to foster academic belonging. Each course section is organized around an intellectually exciting and socially relevant theme determined by the instructor and approved by the course coordinators. Course sections explore social structures, processes, and issues in areas such as political science, public health, education, technology, cultural studies, environmental studies, communications, and public policy. The course has a common set of skills objectives, and each instructor determines a set of content objectives that align with their theme. Examples of previous section titles include: Work, Capitalism, and Robots, Free Speech, and Water is Life: The Intersection of Science, Policy & Activism in the Environmental Justice Movement, and School Abolition and the Purpose of Schooling.
Though section themes vary by instructor, all sections are structured to support students as they gain experience in college-level discussions, readings, and research ahead of the fall term. Alongside their instruction of regular course material, faculty teaching this course are expected to help students gain practice using key university resources, including faculty office hours, advising appointments, writing consultation services, and library resources.
Responsibilities*
The successful candidate will be expected to:
1) Effectively engage incoming college students in undergraduate course work
2) Balance academic rigor with support
3) Devote extra time and effort to students outside class via additional office hours for individualized instruction (conferences)
4) Provide students with regular, meaningful feedback on assignments
5) Employ equity-focused, inclusive, anti-racist, and accessible teaching practices
Applicants for this position are also expected to interact with and provide feedback to CSP Academic Advisors regarding student academic progress throughout the term. Teaching qualifications, teaching experience, and evidence of outstanding teaching will determine the selection of the candidate.
Required Qualifications*
Master's degree, experience teaching undergraduates, and a demonstrated commitment to equity-focused, inclusive, and accessible teaching practices.
Desired Qualifications*
PhD, demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching; 3 years of experience teaching at the college level. Ability to employ high impact teaching practices.
Additional Information
The Comprehensive Studies Program (CSP) is an academic unit within the College of Literature, Science and the Arts that offers a variety of academic support services, including the Summer Bridge Program, academic year course instruction, academic advising and peer advising, tutoring, and freshman interest groups. CSP works closely with a wide variety of academic departments, offices and programs throughout the university, including offices in the various schools and colleges, the Undergraduate Admissions Office, the Office of Financial Aid, and the Division of Student Affairs.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Contact Information
Questions about applying for this position can be e-mailed to [email protected].
Application Deadline
Application review will begin on February 14 and will continue until the position is filled.
Decision Making Process
LEO job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.