Adjunct English

Kentucky State University • Frankfort, KY

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About The Position

The School of Humanities at Kentucky State University (KSU) invites applications for an Adjunct (non-tenure-track) position in English at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level. This position will teach English courses within a 16-week framework. In-person instruction is preferred, but online instruction may be considered if appropriate. The teaching load will typically consist of one to two undergraduate English composition and/or literature courses. Candidates will be expected to prepare course materials, deliver instruction, and effectively support undergraduate students in developing essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in English, English Literature, Composition, Rhetoric, or a closely related field; or at least 18 graduate-level credit hours in English.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and student academic development.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging course content and evaluate student learning effectively.
• Experience developing course syllabi and other instructional materials.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management systems such as Blackboard.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work cooperatively in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver course content in a clear and effective manner that supports student learning and achievement of the outcomes outlined in the course syllabus.
• Create and post a course syllabus and class schedule for each assigned course. Develop and distribute course materials, including handouts, lectures, readings, presentations, and assignments.
• Establish and communicate clear course learning objectives. Develop rubrics and assessment tools aligned with those objectives to evaluate student progress and performance.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date course and student records in accordance with FERPA regulations. Submit grades and any required documentation by established deadlines.
• Maintain availability to students through regular office hours and be responsive to questions and requests for additional academic support.
• Attend all scheduled class meetings and fulfill other professional responsibilities such as office hours and required departmental meetings.
• Teach undergraduate English courses such as composition, literature, and writing across various formats including in-person and, if applicable, online delivery modes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree