Adjunct Faculty - English

Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC); Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 1,639,000 - 2,334,000; Part time

Job summary

Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) seeks adjunct instructors to teach English on a semester basis. You will deliver student-centered instruction, develop syllabi, design assignments, and provide timely feedback to support student success.

The role requires a Master’s degree in English and compliance with PA Act 15 clearances, with duties including maintaining records and participating in department activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English required from an accredited institution.
• PA Act 15 clearances and related training certificates must be presented at hire.
• Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as D2L, Canvas, or Blackboard.

Responsibilities

• Deliver student-centered instruction and develop accessible syllabi.
• Design assignments that promote critical academic skills and align with learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and provide timely feedback to students.
• Foster an inclusive, engaging classroom environment and integrate active learning with technology.
• Stay current with best practices in teaching and participate in required department meetings.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication

Time management

LMS proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in English

Accredited institution

Job description

Job Summary: Adjuncts are hired to teach on a semester basis. Provides academic instruction and student academic support for assigned classes; performs tasks designed to ensure the quality and consistency of academic instruction; develops instructional methods for their assigned course(s) which pertain to the course(s) learning outcomes and course catalog description; adheres to college policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering student-centered instruction, developing accessible syllabi, designing assignments that promote critical academic skills, maintaining accurate records, and providing timely feedback. Additional responsibilities include supporting student learning, ensuring instructional quality and consistency, fostering an inclusive and engaging classroom environment, integrating active learning and technology, and staying current with best practices in teaching.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in English required from an accredited institution.
(or M.Ed. in English Education, MFA in English, MA in Linguistics, or MA in Humanities if graduate work includes courses in composition and rhetoric)

Licensing Requirements:

Valid Driver's License (Standard)
PA ACT-15 (Standard)
Please note that this position requires employees to comply with PA Act 15. You will need to present completed clearances and training certificates at the time of hire. Please visit https://www.hacc.edu/HumanResources/NewHire/index.cfm (and scroll to PA Act 15 Clearances) for more information.

Hiring Range:No less than $1,442 per credit hour/work load rate

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience at the college level (in-person or online).
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (e.g., D2L Brightspace, Canvas, or Blackboard).
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and supporting student success.

Job Specific Task List:

• Participate in the faculty orientation (initial assignments only) and all required department meetings and trainings. - (Essential)
• Prepare appropriate course materials and prescribed assessments tied to the course learning outcomes in accordance with Course Form 335 and department practice. - (Essential)
• Submit syllabi to the department chair/designee for review and approval by the stated deadline. Submit approved syllabi to the designated support personnel by the stated deadline. - (Essential)
• Report to all scheduled classes and all exams on time and maintain class during the entire assigned time. - (Essential)
• Enter early alert monitoring, confirmation of attendance, and recording of student midterm and final grades within established deadlines. - (Essential)
• Maintain office hours equal to one hour per week per each three (3) credit course (CRN) assigned. Respond to student questions and concerns in a timely manner. - (Essential)
• Participate in the assessment process to improve student learning. This includes submitting samples or artifacts for assessment when requested and may also include participating in the scoring, review and discussion of those artifacts. - (Essential)
• Access HACC email account(s) and read email regularly; respond to email and telephone calls within 2 business days. - (Essential)
• Participate in the evaluation process consistent with the evaluation of adjunct faculty policy and class observation procedure. - (Essential)
• Comply with attendance reporting and recording requirements consistent with Attendance Reporting and Recording, including submission of an Adjunct Employee' s Record of Leave form. - (Essential)
• Adhere to all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to Faculty Duties, compliance with the ADA/Section 504 accommodation requests, Title IX, Harassment, Bullying and Code of Ethical Conduct. - (Essential)
• Participate and remain active in class during the entire length of the assigned term. - (Essential)
• Contact the School Dean if you plan to be absent. - (Essential)
• Other duties as assigned. - (Standard)

Job Type: Adjunct

If part time, hours per week: Varies

Pennsylvania Work Location Requirement: All work, teaching, meetings, and activities related to this position must be performed within the State of Pennsylvania. This position does not offer a remote work option.

About Us: www.hacc.edu

Our Purpose: Learning for all; learning for life.

Our Core Values: A Circle of Caring

Caring by Creating Our Future Together

• We work together to shape and build our preferred future.
• We encourage and celebrate creativity and innovation.
• We set high goals and strive to achieve them.
• We strive to provide exceptional service to all who help shape our future.

Caring for Each Other

• We are gateways to student success and opportunity.
• We promote respect, collegiality, and equity-mindedness in all we say and do.
• We nurture awareness and cultural sensitivity to create a climate of trust.
• We are growth-minded, believing that each of us is capable of learning, developing and growing to support our mission.

Caring by Doing What is Right

• We are honest and hold each other and ourselves to the highest ethical standards.
• We provide the most accurate information available in all communications.
• We are transparent about our decisions as individuals and teams.
• We embrace broad engagement in the shared governance process.