Visiting English Instructor: Teach Writing & Literature

Jacksonville State University; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Jacksonville State University is seeking a Visiting Instructor in the Department of English for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position will teach a 5/4 load including composition, writing studios, speech, and literature surveys, with weekly office hours and in-person instruction on campus.

Applicants must hold at least a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in English; master’s or doctoral degrees are preferred. Start date is August 3, 2026, and a departmental workshop will be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least 18 hours completed in graduate-level English courses.
• Priority given to applicants with master’s or doctoral degrees in English.
• Experience in-person, hybrid, or online instruction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 5/4 load of composition, writing studios, speech, and literature surveys.
• Conduct weekly office hours and participate in departmental activities.
• Attend an all-day professional development departmental workshop.

Skills

Teaching composition

Developmental writing

Speech

Literature surveys

Education

Master's degree in English

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Jacksonville State University is seeking a Visiting Instructor in the Department of English for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position will teach a 5/4 load including composition, writing studios, speech, and literature surveys, with weekly office hours and in-person instruction on campus.

Applicants must hold at least a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in English; master’s or doctoral degrees are preferred. Start date is August 3, 2026, and a departmental workshop will be required.