Part-Time English Composition Instructor — Shape Freshman Success

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

CSCC is seeking an Adjunct – English to provide quality instruction and maintain a positive learning environment. The role focuses on teaching freshman composition and supporting and evaluating students in courses assigned by the Department Chair.

Strong organizational skills and multitasking with complex material are essential. Responsibilities include designing curricula, using technology in instruction, maintaining records, managing attendance and grades, and facilitating student support

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or MFA in Creative Writing required.
• One year of college English teaching experience, including at least one course in English Composition; or completion of at least one 3-semester credit graduate-level course in composition/rhetoric.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
• Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades in a timely manner, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback to students.
• Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate department, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
• Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.

Education

Master's degree in English or MFA in Creative Writing

One year of college English teaching experience, including at least one course in English Composition; or completion of at least one (1) 3-semester credit graduate-level course in composition/rhetoric

Job description

CSCC is seeking an Adjunct – English to provide quality instruction and maintain a positive learning environment. The role focuses on teaching freshman composition and supporting and evaluating students in courses assigned by the Department Chair.

Strong organizational skills and multitasking with complex material are essential. Responsibilities include designing curricula, using technology in instruction, maintaining records, managing attendance and grades, and facilitating student support