Adjunct Faculty for English

University of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and supportive community at a private liberal arts university in Indianapolis! As an adjunct instructor in the English Department, you will have the opportunity to shape the minds of undergraduate students through composition and literature courses. This role emphasizes creativity and engagement, allowing you to design your own courses while fostering a collaborative environment. With a commitment to excellence and community service, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives. If you are passionate about education and dedicated to student success, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

Free Parking

Onsite Health & Wellness Center

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or related field required.
• Experience in college-level teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design courses and syllabi that meet university standards.
• Plan and execute engaging lessons for students.
• Grade assignments and respond to student needs.

Skills

College-level teaching

Course design

Student engagement

Education

Master's degree in English

18 graduate credit hours in English

Job description

Job Description

The English Department invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate English courses in composition (and possibly literature). Adjunct instructors design courses and syllabi that conform to University and Department requirements and expectations, plan and execute lessons, grade assignments, and respond to student needs in person or electronically. At least one-year college-level teaching experience in the field is preferred.

As a part of your application, please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, unofficial copies of transcripts from schools attended, and contact information for three references.

All courses will be held in person.

Responsibilities

1. Design courses and syllabi that conform to University and Department requirements and expectations
2. Plan and execute lessons
3. Grade assignments, essays, etc.
4. Respond to student needs in person or electronically

Qualifications

1. A Master's degree in English or a related discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours in English is required
2. At least one year of college-level teaching experience in the field is preferred

Company Description

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

Benefits

• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center