Adjunct Faculty - English

Herzing University; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 2,100 - 6,300; Part time

Job summary

Herzing University is seeking a part-time adjunct to teach English for the online division. The ideal candidate has a strong General Education English background and experience with non-traditional online learners. The role begins January 2027.

Applicants must have at least 18 graduate credits in MA English; a completed MA English degree is preferred. Compensation for this adjunct role is $700 per credit, with eligibility for 401(k) and education assistance programs.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Teaching and learning responsibilities in an online division.
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning activities.
• Academic and Institutional Service duties.

Skills

Online teaching

English education

Non-traditional students

Education

18 graduate credits MA English

MA English degree preferred

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.

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