Adjunct Faculty - English

Tompkins Cortland Community College; Town of Dryden (NY); On-site; USD 1,100 - 1,200; Part time

Job summary

Tompkins Cortland Community College invites applications for an adjunct teaching position in English for Fall 2026. The Department of English seeks candidates to teach composition courses (ENGL098/100, ENGL101) with day, evening, online, hybrid, and HyFlex delivery.

Employment is adjunct, non-renewable, from 08/24/2026 to 12/11/2026. Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in English or related field, or a Master's with 18 graduate credits in the same areas, and experience teaching

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in English or related field.
• Experience teaching Developmental English (grammar, paragraphing, short essays).
• Willingness to teach day/evening/online/hybrid/HyFlex courses.
• Must maintain NYS residency as part of the appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent teaching and instruction.
• Create and follow a syllabus aligned with the Master Course Syllabus.
• Use the Learning Management System to provide course materials to students.
• Be available to students through office hours, timely grading, and responsive communication.
• Read and follow the Teaching Manual policies and deadlines.
• Align with TC3 mission and inclusion plan.

Skills

Graduate degree in English

Developmental English instruction

Education

Master's degree in English/related field

18 graduate credits in same fields

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Tompkins Cortland Community College
170 North Street, P.O. Box 139
Dryden, NY 13053

Location

Main Campus

230

Hours

• MON 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• TUE 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• WED 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• THU 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• FRI 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• SAT Closed
• SUN Closed

Tompkins Cortland Community College is situated in the scenic and culturally vibrant Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, strategically positioned near major cities such as Syracuse, Rochester, Ithaca, and Binghamton. The college prides itself on fostering a culturally diverse campus environment, supported by over two decades of robust partnerships with international colleges and universities. This commitment underscores our mission to equip students for engaged citizenship within a global context.

Accredited by both the Board of Regents of The State of New York and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Tompkins Cortland Community College offers a range of associate degrees. These programs are designed to cater to both career-oriented paths and liberal arts/sciences programs of study, providing students with a comprehensive educational foundation.

POSITION OFFERED: Adjunct Teaching Faculty – English

EMPLOYMENT DATE: 08/24/2026 - 12/11/2026

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Adjunct, Non-renewable

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Department of English is accepting applications for the position of adjunct in the area of Composition for fall 2026. These courses may include ENGL098/ ENGL100, Academic Writing I and support course, and ENGL101, Academic Writing II.

Teaching assignments may involve teaching day, evening, online, hybrid, and HyFlex courses.

Adjunct instructors will be expected to:

Provide excellent teaching and instruction

Create, submit, and follow a syllabus that aligns with the course’s Master Course Syllabus

Use the Learning Management System to provide course materials to students

Be available to students through office hours, timely grading, and responsive communication

Read and abide by the policies listed in the Teaching Manual

Submit all records by their respective deadline, including progress reports, student concern notices, and grades

Understand and enact mission and values of TC3, and the equity, diversity, justice and inclusion plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in English, English Education, Composition/Rhetoric or a related degree from an accredited institution or Master's Degree with 18 graduate credit hours in same fields. Experience teaching the skills that are part of Developmental English (grammar, paragraphing, and short essay) at the high school or college level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience teaching in an accredited higher education institution, especially a community college, is preferred.

EXPECTED HIRING SALARY RANGE: For Adjunct Faculty, rates are found in the most recent adjunct contract. For each credit, the Fall 2026 entry pay rate is $1,146 - $1,209 dependent upon qualifications.

Review of applicants will begin ASAP. NOTE: This is a part-time (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are ongoing-recruitment pooled positions. Your materials will be retained in our active files and be considered on an as-needed basis. Candidates must hold and be willing to maintain NYS residency to be considered for this position.

Note: Additional application materials/essays will be requested. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Tompkins Cortland Community College is a culturally diverse campus with over two decades of strong partnerships with international colleges and universities and a commitment to preparing our students for citizenship in a global society. Tompkins Cortland Community College is accredited by the Board of Regents of the State of New York and by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and awards associate degrees in career-oriented and liberal arts/sciences programs of study. Enrollment is approximately 3,500 students. To learn more about the College, visit our website at www.tompkinscortland.edu. Visa sponsorship not available.Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.AA/EOE

Location: Tompkins Cortland Community College is located in the naturally beautiful and culturally rich Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, near Syracuse, Rochester, Ithaca, and Binghamton. The area is host to many colleges, including Cornell University, as well as excellent healthcare, museums, festivals, and business enterprises.

The State University ofNew York|Tompkins Cortland Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer