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State University of New York at Cortland

Adjunct Lecturer

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A History or Social Studies Teacher teaches in the social studies fields for elementary to secondary school students. Elementary school teaching focuses on general social studies, with history overview courses starting in middle school. High school focuses on specific courses of study, such as Modern US History. Fields include history, geography, government, and current events.

$68,277 / year median in New York

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Salary Range:
$5500 per 3 credit hour course If Part-Time, enter
FTE:
FTE determined by the number of courses assigned Is this a temporary position? Yes If Temporary, enter
End Date:
05/31/2026 Position Summary The department is establishing a pool of applicants to fill potential part-time temporary in-person teaching positions. What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work?
  • Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
  • Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
  • SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university's state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor's approval.
  • Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
  • Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more.
Experience Cortland dives deep into the region's offerings Major Responsibilities A classroom based 3 credit hour course pays $5500 per class. Student teacher supervision pays per placement for one student teacher for one quarter (8 weeks). The department typically hires for the courses/subject areas listed below but this list is not all inclusive. Other courses/subject areas may become available within the department.
ILLUSTRATIVE NEEDS INCLUDE
Writing Studies I and II Supervision of Student Teachers Functional and Supervisory Relationships Reports to Academic Department Chair Required Qualifications Master's degree in English or related field and appropriate experience Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in English or related field and appropriate experience EEO Statement The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university.
Job Close Date:
09/14/2026
Posting Number:
F25037 Special Instructions to Applicant For consideration, please apply online and submit the following: 1. Letter of application 2. C.V. 3. List of three professional references including their names, addresses, email, phone numbers and how you know the reference.