Temporary, Part-Time English & World Languages Instructor (Unsolicited)

Millersville University; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A public institution of higher education is seeking a Temporary, Part-Time English & World Languages Instructor. The role includes teaching writing and literature courses in various environments, with a focus on diversity and inclusion. A Master’s Degree in a relevant field is required, along with prior teaching experience. This position may involve teaching up to three courses per semester and offers potential summer teaching opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree is required, PhD or ABD is preferred.
• Prior experience teaching English or related content is necessary.
• Must demonstrate ability to teach diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach various writing courses including Introduction to College Writing.
• Cover literature, film studies, and English Education courses as needed.
• Teach up to three courses per semester, with potential summer courses.
• Adapt teaching methods for online and traditional environments.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Ability to teach diverse populations

Commitment to inclusive practices

Education

Master’s Degree in English, Rhetoric/Composition, or related discipline

PhD or ABD in relevant fields (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Temporary, Part-Time English & World Languages Instructor (Unsolicited)

Position Details

• Department: English and World Languages
• Working Title: Temporary, Part-Time English & World Languages Instructor (Unsolicited)
• Classification: Instructor - 24900
• Nature of position: Temporary, part-time
• Job Summary: Instructors are needed to teach major courses and courses within the General Education program; duties may include filling in for faculty on sabbaticals or leaves. There is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Teach writing courses such as Introduction to College Writing, Advanced Composition, Business Writing, Technical Writing, Science Writing, and Web Writing & Content Development.
• Teach courses in literature, film studies, and English Education as needed.
• Up to three courses per semester, with potential for summer teaching as needed.
• Teach in traditional and online learning environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in English, Rhetoric/Composition, or related discipline.
• Prior experience teaching course content or related content.
• Evidence of ability to successfully teach diverse student populations.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.
• Successful interview and Teaching Demonstration.
• Successful description of teaching philosophy for class teaching assignments.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in English, Rhetoric/Composition, or related discipline.
• Evidence of teaching in online environments.

Benefits and Diversity

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply. The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefit-summaries/sshe-summary.pdf