English Adjunct Instructors

Trident Technical College; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Trident Technical College is seeking an English Adjunct Instructor to teach Freshman Composition and Introduction to Literature in a traditional face-to-face setting. Courses run across TTC campuses and at local high schools, requiring in-person instruction.

Applicants should have a master’s degree in English (or a master’s with 18 graduate hours in English at the 500-level or higher) and must submit unofficial transcripts with the application.

Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree in English or master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in English at the 500-level or higher.
• Unofficial transcripts required with the application.
• Prior teaching experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach Freshman Composition.
• Teach Introduction to Literature.
• In-person instruction in traditional face-to-face classrooms across TTC campuses and local high schools.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's in English

Master's with 18 grad hours in English (500-level+)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

To build an active pool of qualified applicants, Trident Technical College accepts applications for adjunct faculty. The English, Speech, and Journalism Department invites applications for English Adjunct Instructor positions starting 2026 academic year.

Instructors will teach Freshman Composition and Introduction to Literature classes in a traditional face-to-face classroom setting. Classes are conducted on all TTC campuses and at local high schools.

To learn more about English, Speech and Journalism, please visit our website at https://www.tridenttech.edu/academics/divisions/hss/hss_english.htm.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

To qualify for these positions, applicants require an earned master's degree in English OR a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in English at the 500 -level or higher. Adjunct faculty positions require the submission of unofficial transcripts with the application.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior teaching experience is desirable. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.

Additional Comments

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application, which is reviewed as needed. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. Due to the volume of applications, we cannot respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their applications or the interview process. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 843.574.6201. It is essential to include unofficial transcripts with your application. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts can be mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), faxed to 843.574.6682, or emailed in PDF format to [e-mail] by the deadline date and time. Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.