Adjunct Instructor in the English Department: First-Year Writing

Calvin University • Grand Rapids, MI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of English at Calvin University invites applications for part-time instruction in the area of first-year writing. English 101 is a four-credit course, taught fully in-person and during the day. The appointment will be for the Spring 2027 semester, beginning January 19, 2027. A commitment to the Christian faith is essential. Candidates are expected to affirm the Apostle’s Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the Athanasian Creed.

Requirements

• A commitment to the Christian faith and a willingness to integrate that faith into classroom teaching and student development is essential.
• A master’s degree or above in English is required; applicants with degrees in adjacent fields must have 18 credit hours of English at the graduate level.
• College teaching experience is required.
• Demonstrate the ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods and instructional technology as required.
• Affirm the Apostle’s Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the Athanasian Creed.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants who have five or more years of experience teaching first-year writing will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach English 101, a four-credit course.
• Integrate Christian faith into classroom teaching and student development.
• Teach effectively using a variety of methods and instructional technology.
• Establish relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level