English - Temporary Pool

PennWest; California (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Western University’s Department of English is seeking qualified applicants to teach first-year composition, introductory literature, and/or intermediate writing courses for the 2022-2023 academic year. Positions are contingent on enrollment and may be online or face-to-face at the Clarion, Venango, Edinboro, California, and West Penn campuses.

Candidates for online positions must have experience teaching asynchronously, and a master’s degree in English or a closely related field is

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English or closely related field.
• Experience teaching first-year writing preferred.
• Candidates for online positions must have experience teaching asynchronously.

Responsibilities

• Teach first-year composition courses.
• Teach introductory literature courses and/or intermediate writing courses.
• Deliver courses online and/or face-to-face across PennWest campuses.

Skills

Online/asynchronous teaching

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in English or related field

Job description

The Department of English in the College of Arts and Humanities at Pennsylvania Western University is seeking qualified applicants to teach first-year composition courses, introductory literature courses, and/or intermediate writing courses, during the 2022-2023 academic year. All positions are contingent on enrollment. Courses may be taught online and/or face-to-face at the following locations: Clarion campus, Venango (Oil City), Edinboro campus, California campus, and West Penn (Pittsburgh).

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Candidates for online positions must have experience teaching asynchronously.

Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary

Candidates must have a minimum of a master’s degree in English, or a closely related field of study.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching first-year writing preferred.

Physical Demands

Work Location

Work Location Multiple locations

Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?

Work Hours

Posting Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Diversity Statement

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to and accountable for cultivating an environment that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion ( DEI ). We strive to create a community that affirms the identities of every individual and affords them dignity and respect, regardless of difference.

ADA Statement

EEO Statement

Prior to employment the successful candidate will be required to obtain and submit current clearances from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Pennsylvania State Police and the FBI .

Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to equal employment and equal educational opportunities for all individuals regardless of gender, gender identity, race or color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability,

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae

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