Temporary Faculty First Year Composition

Georgia Southern University; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Southern University invites applications for temporary faculty to teach First-Year Composition for the 2026-2027 academic year. This pool is for part-time adjunct teaching positions across multiple campuses in Statesboro, Armstrong, and Liberty.

Responsibilities include teaching English 1101 and 1102 in face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats, with schedules on MWF, MW, and TR, depending on department needs.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in English or MFA in Creative Writing.
• Prior college-level teaching experience required.
• Ability to teach in online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach sections of English 1101 and English 1102 for the Department of English.
• Teach in face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats.
• Schedule classes on MWF, MW, and TR.
• Teach on Statesboro, Armstrong, and Liberty campuses.

Skills

Teaching experience

College writing

Educational technology

Education

Master's or PhD in English or MFA in Creative Writing

Tools

D2L LMS

Research databases

Learning tools

Job description

Temporary Faculty First Year Composition

Job ID: 303594

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and mostcomprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. Withnearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctorallevels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2"high research" university and serves more than 29,500 studentsfrom all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, theArmstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, andthe East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers adynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery andpersonal growth. The University is accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools and has earned specializedaccreditation from numerous professional and academic associationsthat set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst insoutheast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home tointernational companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, aswell as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With afocus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting thedemand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellenceand creative innovation in a supportive, student-centreedenvironment that empowers the next generation of leaders tosucceed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in anexciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal andprofessional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by TheWall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized forthe caliber of its academic programs and student experience.Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes asone of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

With more than 29,500 studentsand 150 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largestcomprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practicalapproach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure youare prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus: 1332 Southern Drive, Statesboro, GA 30458

Armstrong Campus: 11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419

Liberty Campus: 175 West Memorial Drive, Hinesville, GA 31313

East Georgia Campus: 131 College Circle, Swainsboro, GA 30401

Department Information

The Department ofEnglish in the College of Arts and Humanities strives to producegraduates who understand the art and science of language,literature, and writing as exemplified by a free exchange of ideasin an open and respectful student-centered environment, acommitment to academic excellence, and collaborative support foreach learner¿s individual academic achievement. With aninterdisciplinary base degree and three concentrations (Literature,Professional Writing, and Creative Writing), the English major andM.A. program link theory with practice, extend the learningenvironment beyond the classroom, promote learner growth and lifesuccess, and facilitate learners¿ development as readers, writers,and thinkers. We prepare learners to achieve academic excellence,develop their analytic skills, enhance their creativity, andembrace their roles as citizens of their communities, theirworkplaces, their nations, and the world.

Job Summary

The Department ofEnglish is now accepting applications for a pool of part-timefaculty positions to teach First-Year Composition for the 2026-2027academic year. These positions are on an as-needed,semester-by-semester basis.

Responsibilities

• Teachingsections of Composition I (English 1101) and Composition II(English 1102) for the Department of English
• Teaching inface-to-face, online, and hybrid formats
• Teachingschedules on MWF, MW, and TR
• Teaching on Statesboro, Armstrong, and/or Liberty campuses

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and TheCommission on Colleges and Universities (formerly SACSCOC) FacultyCredentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Masters or PhD degree in English or anMFA in Creative Writing
• Classroom instruction experience inhigher education

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching collegewriting.
• Facility with educational technology,including Learning Management Systems such as D2L, researchdatabases, and other learning tools.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate withexperience.

This is an exemptposition paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A completeapplication consists of a letter addressing the qualificationscited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least threeprofessional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

Contact Information

For questions aboutthis faculty opening, please contact Department Chair, BethHowells, [e-mail]

For technicalsupport or assistance completing a job application, please contactthe Shared Services Center at [phone] [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundationfor all that we do as an organization, and each USG communitymember is responsible for demonstrating and upholding thesestandards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values andCode of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 andcan be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in BoardPolicy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-lineat https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

All work (withlimited exceptions such as research and study abroad outsideactivities such as grading and email correspondence) for GeorgiaSouthern University must be completed while the employee isphysically present in the state of Georgia, unless specificallyauthorized by the university for a specific purpose and limitedperiod of time within current policy.

Faculty areexpected to contribute to the vibrant university community byengaging students, participating in events, and performing otherresponsibilities on-campus.

Faculty mayberequired to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties onany of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessibletransportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment arecontingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibilityforemployment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in yourapplication materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory creditcheck. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drugtest.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which areavailable for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work inthe United States for the duration of employment without assistancefrom the University.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-FreeCommunity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information aboutthe institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/cah/english/. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and othernon-evaluative information may be subject to public inspectionunder the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees andapplicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, ordisability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations underthe Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the searchprocess should notify Human Resources: [phone].

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

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