Adjunct, English and Writing (Lancaster)
About The Position
Saint Joseph's University's Department of English and Writing has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to staff a variety of courses each semester at SJU's Lancaster campus. Course assignments will likely focus on first-year writing courses. Saint Joseph’s University (SJU) offers a wide variety of bachelor's, master's, doctoral, associate and certificate programs. With a commitment to personalized attention through a low faculty to student ratio, SJU may call on the expertise of adjunct instructors to complement the work of full-time faculty across all of its colleges and schools. SJU appoints part-time, non-tenure track adjunct instructors on a semester-to-semester basis with no guarantee of consecutive appointments. Re-appointment is based on university need, student enrollment, and satisfactory performance. Applicants for these positions are screened on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Teaching responsibilities are assigned by the department chair. Compensation for adjunct instructors is commensurate with educational credentials, professional experience and instructional background. Adjunct instructors are bound to the terms and conditions of employment at Saint Joseph’s University, including but not limited to the Faculty Handbook.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in English or related field.
- Previous teaching experience at the college or university level.
Nice To Haves
- ABD or terminal degree in Literature, Rhetoric and Composition, or Creative Writing.
- Facility with online modes of instruction (hybrid, remote synchronous, asynchronous).
- Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Provide support and guidance to students.
- Instruct an assigned course providing syllabi and other instructional materials.
- Use the university learning management systems to deliver instruction.
- Hold regular office hours.
- Report mid-semester and final grades electronically.
- Participate in departmental course assessment as needed.
Benefits
- Pay Transparency
- Financial assistance may be available for relocation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
