Part Time English Instructor

Niagara Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 1,145,612 - 1,631,629; Part time

Job summary

Niagara Community College is looking for part-time English Instructors to teach developmental writing and first- and second-year college courses. Instructors will deliver instruction at the main campus in Sanborn, NY.

Successful candidates must have a Master’s degree in English or a related field and experience teaching at the secondary or post-secondary level. The position involves teaching diverse student populations and effective communication with students and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English, English Education, or related field required.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Experience teaching at the secondary or post-secondary level.

Responsibilities

• Teach developmental writing and college level English courses.
• Prepare and present course materials effectively.
• Communicate clearly with students and staff.

Skills

Written communication skills

Knowledge of current theories of composition

Experience with diverse student populations

Education

Master’s degree in English or related field

Job description

Position Overview

SUNY Niagara is seeking part‑time English Instructors to teach developmental writing and first‑ and second‑year college courses (typically three lecture hours per week) during the day and/or evening hours. Instructors will teach at SUNY Niagara’s main campus in Sanborn, NY.

Remuneration for instructors teaching at least three credits in a semester is $1,008 per lecture hour or $903 per lab hour.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses to a diverse student population
• Prepare and present course materials effectively
• Communicate clearly with students, co‑workers, supervisors, and the campus community
• Use computers and technology to deliver instruction
• Perform all physical duties required of the position

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English, English Education, or a related field
• Demonstrated knowledge of current theories of composition and literature
• Experience teaching at the secondary or post‑secondary level
• Excellent written communication skills, as demonstrated by application materials

Desirable Qualifications

• ABD or Ph.D. in English, English Education, or Composition and Rhetoric, with extensive coursework in composition
• Experience teaching in technology‑enhanced classrooms
• Evidence of successful teaching of non‑traditional students

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter that addresses each qualification
• Unofficial transcripts
• Contact information for three current work‑related references

Optional Documents

• Letters of recommendation
• Portfolio
• Certifications or licenses
• Additional transcripts

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.