Part - Time Instructor, JUMPSTART - English - FY 2027

College of Southern Nevada; United States; On-site; USD 900 - 1,100; Part time

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada seeks part‑time instructors to teach English (ENG) 100‑102 and Academic and Life Skills (ALS) 101 through the CSN Jumpstart Program at a Clark County School District high school.

Instructors will meet CSN English Department learning outcomes, develop materials, submit syllabi, use Canvas, and uphold college‑level standards. This role supports a flexible, semester‑by‑semester appointment with course‑level compensation.

Qualifications

• ENG courses: Master’s degree in English, Linguistics, Creative Writing, Literature, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical Writing, or a Master’s with at least 18 graduate semester credits in the teaching field.
• ALS courses: Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Educational Psychology, Student Personnel Services, or Educational Leadership from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach ENG 100, ENG 101, ENG 102, and/or ALS 101 at a CCSD high school.
• Meet CSN English Department learning outcomes.
• Develop course materials using required texts or Open Educational Resources.
• Submit course syllabi to the CSN English Dual Enrollment Coordinator at semester start.
• Use Canvas to deliver content and manage student learning.
• Maintain course rigor and uphold college‑level academic standards.
• Communicate CSN deadlines and important dates to students (e.g., add/drop, withdrawal deadlines).
• Ensure CSN class rosters match high school rosters using MyCSN.
• Submit final grades by required deadlines and process grade changes when applicable.
• Communicate regularly with the CSN English Dual Enrollment Coordinator about course‑related questions or issues.
• Participate in a course evaluation once per academic year.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching English at the college level

Education

Master’s degree in English

Master’s degree in Education

18 graduate credits in teaching field

Job description

Job Summary

College of Southern Nevada seeks part‑time instructors to teach English (ENG) 100‑102 and Academic and Life Skills (ALS) 101 courses through the CSN Jumpstart Program at a Clark County School District high school.

Core Responsibilities

• Teach ENG 100, ENG 101, ENG 102, and/or ALS 101 at a CCSD high school.
• Meet CSN English Department learning outcomes.
• Develop course materials using required texts or Open Educational Resources.
• Submit course syllabi to the CSN English Dual Enrollment Coordinator at semester start.
• Use Canvas to deliver content and manage student learning.
• Maintain course rigor and uphold college‑level academic standards.
• Communicate CSN deadlines and important dates to students (e.g., add/drop, withdrawal deadlines).
• Ensure CSN class rosters match high school rosters using MyCSN.
• Submit final grades by required deadlines and process grade changes when applicable.
• Communicate regularly with the CSN English Dual Enrollment Coordinator about course‑related questions or issues.
• Participate in a course evaluation once per academic year.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Pre‑approval by the CSN English Department, Office of Dual Credit & Early College Programming, and Jumpstart Program before submitting an application.
• ENG courses: Master’s degree in English, Linguistics, Creative Writing, Literature, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical Writing, or a Master’s with at least 18 graduate semester credits in the teaching field.
• ALS courses: Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Educational Psychology, Student Personnel Services, or Educational Leadership from an accredited institution.
• College teaching or professional experience in college success or personal development courses.
• Working knowledge of CSN Student Services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at a community college.

Compensation

Salary: $1,000.00 per class, per semester. Courses/Credits may vary by semester.

Required Attachments

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript(s)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.