Adjunct Faculty - English - North-West College - South Gate

Success Education Colleges; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Success Education Colleges is seeking an Adjunct English Composition Instructor to teach ENG 163 and related courses. The role focuses on developing student writing, critical thinking, and research skills in alignment with outcomes.

Courses may be online or in accordance with policies, with classes scheduled evenings 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Part-time commitment ranges from 4 to 16 hours weekly across Mon, Tue, Wed or Thu as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English or related field from a regionally accredited institution, or a degree plus graduate credits in English.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Prior teaching experience at the postsecondary level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ENG 163 – English Composition and related general education courses.
• Develop and deliver engaging lessons, promote writing and critical thinking.
• Evaluate student writing and provide timely feedback within LMS.
• Maintain attendance, grades, and progress records per policy.
• Utilize LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, etc.) for delivery and grading.

Skills

English composition

Rhetoric

Grammar

Academic writing

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English or related field

18 graduate credits in English (if degree differs)

Job description

DescriptionSuccess Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 60 years.SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 60 years.Mission:Our everyday mission is to education students in short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement.https://www.success.edu/careers-with-sec/POSITION SUMMARY - Adjunct for 4 to 16 hours a week Mon, Tues, Wed or Thurs, any give day as needed 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.The Adjunct Faculty – English Composition Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in ENG 163 – English Composition and related general education courses. The instructor facilitates the development of students' written communication, critical thinking, reading comprehension, research, and academic writing skills necessary for success in higher education and professional careers. Instruction may be delivered in online formats in accordance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and student learning outcomes.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTeach ENG English Composition in accordance with approved course outlines, curriculum, and student learning outcomes.Develop and deliver engaging lessons that promote effective written communication and critical thinking.Instruct students in:Academic writing and essay developmentGrammar, punctuation, and sentence structureResearch methods and documentation stylesReading comprehension and textual analysisCritical thinking and argument developmentProfessional and academic communicationDevelop and maintain course syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.Evaluate student performance through essays, writing assignments, presentations, projects, quizzes, and examinations.Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student learning and writing proficiency.Maintain accurate attendance, grade records, and student progress reports in accordance with institutional policies.Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) for course delivery, communication, and grading.Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.Encourage student engagement, participation, and academic success.Participate in faculty meetings, training sessions, curriculum review, and professional development activities as required.Uphold academic integrity and institutional policies.Perform other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSStrong knowledge of English composition, rhetoric, grammar, and academic writing.Ability to teach writing skills to diverse student populations.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Strong organizational and classroom management abilities.Ability to incorporate technology into instruction.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, etc.).Ability to work effectively with students from diverse educational, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.Commitment to student success and academic excellence.QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in English, Composition, Rhetoric, Literature, Communications, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution; ORBachelor’s degree in another discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credit hours in English or a closely related field .Prior teaching experience at the postsecondary level preferred.Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communication.