Adjunct Instructor, English

Widener University; Chester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Widener University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for English to teach first-year writing courses. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and experience in teaching writing. This role emphasizes collaboration and critical thinking in a diverse academic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching first-year writing courses at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Teaching one to three courses in Fall 2025.
• Creating syllabi and assignments to hone writing skills.
• Holding 4 office hours per week.

Skills

Teaching

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Education

MA or above in English

Job description

Thank you for your interest in working at Widener University.

Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. You are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. You are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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Adjunct Instructor, English

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Work type: Adjunct
Location: Chester
Categories: Adjunct

The Department of English and Creative Writing in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of English (first-year writing). Applicants must have experience teaching first-year writing and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

Essential duties:

• Teaching one-three courses (depending on need) in Fall 2025 (ENGL 101 and/or introduction to literature courses, depending on need)
• Creating syllabi and assignments designed to hone writing, research, and critical thinking skills
• Emphasizing writing as a process through peer review, actionable feedback on drafts, student-instructor conferences, etc.
• Evaluating student work based on course goals
• Holding 4 office hours per week

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):

Required:

• MA or above in English, Rhetoric/Composition, Creative Writing, or a related field.
• Experience teaching first-year writing courses at the college level (composition, literature surveys)

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.

EOE M/F/V/D

Advertised: 09 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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Position LocationAdjunct Instructor, English Chester The Department of English and Creative Writing in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of English (first-year writing). Applicants must have experience teaching first-year writing and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.

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Position LocationAdjunct Instructor, English Chester The Department of English and Creative Writing in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of English (first-year writing). Applicants must have experience teaching first-year writing and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.

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