Adjunct Instructor, Composition, UC Blue Ash College

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Professional development opportunities

University employee discount program

Limited tuition remission

Robust retirement plans

Generous time-off policy

Job summary

A prominent educational institution seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor in Composition. This role includes teaching first-year English courses, creating curricula, and engaging in student communications. A Master's degree in Rhetoric and Composition is required, along with at least one year of teaching experience. The position offers flexible teaching hours and is part of a supportive academic community with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field is required.
• At least one year of teaching experience in a college setting.
• Experience with first-generation and non-traditional students is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate courses on a part-time basis.
• Evaluate student coursework continually using best practices.
• Respond to student and University communications in a timely manner.

Skills

Teaching experience in first-year composition

Using course management systems

Evaluation of student coursework

Timely communication

Participation in professional development

Education

Master's degree in Rhetoric and Composition or related field

Job description

Adjunct Instructor, Composition, UC Blue Ash College

Job posting date: March 02, 2026

The English and Communications Department at UC Blue Ash invites applicants for our composition adjunct faculty general pool of candidates from which part‑time faculty will be selected for the upcoming term (as needed).

Job Overview

Adjunct Faculty member's primary academic functions include teaching first‑year English courses. This may include creating curricula or teaching from model curricula provided by the department.

Part‑time faculty must have experience and training to provide course instruction in first‑year composition and/or developmental writing.

Adjunct faculty members will be expected to:

• Use our course management system (Canvas).
• Hold regular office hours to meet with students and reply to student communications in a timely manner.
• Participate in at least one professional development workshop per year.
• Participate in writing program assessment.
• Teach to the approved course learning outcomes and course requirements.

Classes may be offered day or evening on campus or in online synchronous or asynchronous formats. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Essential Functions

• On a part‑time basis, teach assigned undergraduate courses.
• Using best practices, continually evaluate student coursework.
• Review and respond in a timely manner to all University‑related and student communications.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

• Master's degree (or higher) in Rhetoric and Composition or a closely related field.

Required Experience

• At least one (1) year of teaching experience in a college setting.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience teaching first‑year college writing or developmental writing.
• Ph.D. or ABD in Rhetoric and Composition.
• Experience working with first‑generation and/or non‑traditional students.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. Highlights include:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities.
• University employee discount program.

In addition, UC provides limited tuition remission, robust retirement plans (OPERS, STRS), and a generous time‑off policy, including paid holidays and end‑of‑year paid time off.

UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.

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