Adjunct Instructor, Honors College – Writing (Rolling Pool)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,633,179 - 2,326,043; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an instructor to facilitate course objectives and responsibilities at VCU. The ideal candidate should hold a Master’s degree in English or a related field and possess experience in teaching writing.

The role includes grading assignments, addressing student inquiries promptly, and submitting final grades per policy. This position is exempt and requires 28 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English or a related field, with experience teaching writing.
• Demonstrated experience fostering an environment of respect and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the course objectives.
• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit final grades according to policies.

Skills

Teaching writing

Creating course objectives

Grading assignments

Responding to inquiries

Education

Master's degree in English or related field

Job description

Benefits

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

Unit: Honors College

Department: Honors College

Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate the course objectives
• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner based on instructions/rubric provided
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours
• Submit final grades according to College and department policies

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English or a related field, with experience teaching writing
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience teaching university-level writing
• Experience in the teaching of research writing as well as expository writing preferred

Salary Range

Minimum of $1,437 per credit hour

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: 28

ORP Eligible: No

Contact Information

Contact Name: Jackie Smith-Mason

Contact Email: [e-mail]