Adjunct (English-Project Kitty Hawk)

NC Central University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health insurance options

Paid Holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

A public university in North Carolina seeks an English Adjunct Faculty member to teach First-Year English Composition and/or Technical Writing. Candidates must hold an M.A. in English or a related field and demonstrate strong communication and classroom management skills. Experience teaching online is preferred. Benefits include vacation, sick leave, health insurance options, and retirement plans. The university values diversity and equal opportunity in hiring.

Qualifications

• Teaching courses in First-Year English Composition and/or Technical Writing.
• Holding an M.A. degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours in English.
• Experience in online teaching.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom effectively.
• Communicate strongly with students.
• Use university tools for course delivery.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Computer knowledge

Ability to teach online

Education

M.A. in English or related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Primary Purpose of Position

To teach courses in First‑Year English Composition and/or Technical Writing for Project Kitty Hawk.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• English Adjunct faculty with emphasis on classroom management and service to the department.
• Computer knowledge and willingness to train is mandatory.
• Use of University tools such as Canvas is required.
• Strong communication skills with students.
• M.A. in English or related field. Experience teaching online.

Licenses or Certification

• Applicant must hold an M.A. degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours in English.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, an equal opportunity employer. NCCU is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment. Resumes will not be accepted.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD‑214 form; those seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NG‑23A form.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification prior to employment.
• The university participates in E‑Verify.

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance
• 11‑12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401(k), 403(b), 457(b) and 457