Adjunct English Instructor: Composition, Writing & Literature

University of Dubuque; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Workable in Dubuque, IA invites applications for teaching one to three sections of English courses meeting the university's general education core for Spring 2027. The positions include ENG 101, ENG 104, and ENG 112, with courses meeting three times weekly for 50 minutes.

Responsibilities include delivering content via lectures and discussions, preparing outlines and syllabi, assessing student work and submitting grades, maintaining course standards, and supporting the University’s mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a master's degree in English or a related field.
• Ability to utilize and integrate technology into content delivery and assessment techniques
• Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population of students both in and outside the classroom
• Prior teaching experience or demonstrated evidence of teaching potential

Responsibilities

• Teach relevant course content through lectures, demonstrations, class discussions, and other appropriate instructional methods that support effective teaching and learning
• Work in consultation with the department to prepare course outlines, syllabi, and lesson plans designed to meet the departmental course objectives
• Assess student learning, evaluating learner submissions in a timely manner, providing constructive feedback, and submitting grades and course-related reports as requested by the University
• Maintain departmental course standards and communicate regularly with the position coordinator
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s Mission

Skills

Subject mastery

Tech integration

Diversity & inclusion

Teaching experience

Adaptability

Communication skills

University values

Education

Master's degree in English or related field

Job description

Workable in Dubuque, IA invites applications for teaching one to three sections of English courses meeting the university's general education core for Spring 2027. The positions include ENG 101, ENG 104, and ENG 112, with courses meeting three times weekly for 50 minutes.

Responsibilities include delivering content via lectures and discussions, preparing outlines and syllabi, assessing student work and submitting grades, maintaining course standards, and supporting the University’s mission.