Part Time - English Composition - Adjunct Instructor

Penn State University; Reading, Northern (Berks County, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Berks invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Lecturer of Composition. Teaching assignments may require day or evening classes, as needed. This is a part-time, adjunct faculty opening.

Teach 1-3 classes (3 credits each) per semester, covering first-year writing, advanced writing, business writing, or rhetoric based on expertise. A Master’s Degree in English or related field is required; post-secondary teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or related field required.
• Experience teaching at the post-secondary level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1-3 classes per semester (3 credits each, up to 9 credits).
• Courses may include first-year writing, advanced writing, business writing, and/or rhetoric depending on expertise.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Student-centered

Education

Master's degree in English or related field

Job description

**JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Penn State Berks invites applications for part-time academic job of Adjunct Lecturer of Composition. Teaching assignments may require teaching day or evening classes, as needed. This is a part-time, adjunct faculty opening.# Job Duties* **Teach 1-3 classes**(3 credits each; up to a maximum of 9 credits per semester) on a semester-by-semester basis first year writing, advanced writing, business writing, and/or rhetoric depending on expertise.# Requirements and Qualifications* **Minimum of a Master's Degree** and experience is required. Must have completed MA in English or a related field required and experience teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.* Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired.* Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.To be considered, candidates must apply electronically on the Penn State jobs site and submit the following:* A**cover letter of application** detailing relevant qualifications for this opening.* A **current curriculum vitae.*** Candidates should be prepared to provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of **three (3) professional references** if requested.*Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled*. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.