Adjunct Faculty - English

Herzing University; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 700 - 800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Education assistance

Job summary

Herzing University invites applicants for a part-time adjunct faculty role to teach English in the online division. Start January 2027. Remote within the U.S. candidates with MA English or graduate credits preferred.

Compensation is $700 per credit; sponsorship for visas is not offered. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and not sponsored by the employer. Ideal candidates will have online teaching experience, strong General Education English background, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• At least 18 graduate credits in an MA English program at an accredited institution.
• Preferred: MA English program degree conferred.
• Preferred: Demonstrated experience teaching in an online modality.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and learning
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
• Academic and Institutional Service

Skills

Subject Matter Expertise

Effective Communication

Pedagogical Mastery

Operational Excellence

Diversity Promotion

Assessment of Student Learning

Technology in Teaching

Continuous Improvement

Education

MA in English

Graduate Coursework MA English

Tools

Online Learning Platforms

Job description

To participate in a remote work arrangement, employees must reside in the United States. No remote work arrangement will be considered for working from outside the United States.

If you are a current employee, faculty or adjunct instructor at Herzing University, log in to UKG > Menu > Myself>My Company > View Opportunities to apply using the internal application process.

At Herzing University we are dedicated to providing high-quality education that meets the diverse needs of our students. We are currently accepting applications for part-time faculty to teach English for the online division.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in General Education English education and experience working with non-traditional students in an online learning environment. This role will begin in January 2027.

Requirements:

• At least 18 graduate credits in an MA English program at an accredited institution.
• Preferred: MA English program degree conferred.
• Preferred: Demonstrated experience teaching in an online modality.

The position's duties and responsibilities for this role include:

1. Teaching and learning
2. Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
3. Academic and Institutional Service

Within these duties and responsibilities, the following competencies are included.

• Subject Matter Expertise
• Effective Communication
• Pedagogical Mastery
• Operational Excellence
• Appreciation and Promotion of Diversity
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Utilization of Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning
• Continuous Improvement

These competencies, as identified by the University's academic community, encompass the knowledge, skills, and behaviors essential to a faculty member's success in the classroom and provide the basis for the faculty hiring, evaluation and development process.

Adjunct Faculty are eligible to participate in the Herzing 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our excellent education assistance programs! Compensation for this adjunct role is $700 per credit.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Herzing University is committed to providing a diverse environment and is dedicated to fostering a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect. It provides an inclusive and collegial community where individuals are valued, heard and empowered to contribute to the effectiveness of the institution.

It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. https://www.herzing.edu/nondiscrimination-policy

Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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