Adjunct Faculty, English (Composition)

George Mason University • Fairfax, VA

18h • $4,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The George Mason University English Department invites applications for
Composition Adjunct Faculty to teach first-year writing and/or advanced
composition. This position is a one-semester appointment with the possibility
for renewal beginning Fall 2026.

Requirements

• MA in Rhetoric and Composition, English, TESOL, or MFA in Creative Writing in hand
• At least one years’ experience teaching college-level general education composition courses within the past three years.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in rhetoric and composition (or related area)
• Experience with second language pedagogies or teaching multilingual or international students.

Responsibilities

• The department particularly needs faculty who can teach first-year composition, including composition for multilingual students and international pathways students (ENGH 100, 101, and 123), and advanced composition (ENGH 302)
• Note that candidates must be able to attend professional development workshops held the week of August 10 at the Fairfax campus in Virginia
• Minimum pay per course is $4000. Adjunct faculty can teach up to three sections per semester based on course availability and instructor preferences
• This position requires presence on the Fairfax Campus; it cannot be carried out remotely.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees