Adjunct, Literature and Communication

Part-Time Instructor For Creative Writing Courses

The Department of Literature and Communication Arts at the University of Mount Union is seeking a part-time instructor for creative writing courses in the fall of 2026 and, potentially, for the spring of 2027 and beyond. Specifically, for the fall we are interested in someone who can teach upper-division poetry writing and introduction to creative writing (multi-genre). The fall courses are planned for MWF from 11:15-1:35 and have students enrolled, but days and times after fall are negotiable.

This is a part-time, non-tenured position.

Adjunct faculty will work primarily under direction of the Chair of the Department of Literature and Communication Arts.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide instruction in accordance with University and Department defined policies
• Maintain office hours and communicate with students on an ongoing basis
• Maintain accurate electronic records as per University and Department program requirements
• Submit all records as required
• Keep current in the discipline/area of teaching
• Participation in training and technologies as necessary to facilitate course delivery
• Hires are required to complete assigned compliance training as communicated by the University

The candidate must possess a master's degree in English or Writing with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits in a discipline relevant to the area in which they will be teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at the college-level
• A record of successful publication in at least one creative genre
• Knowledge and use of Learning Management Systems (specifically D2L Brightspace)
• The ability to teach during the day is preferred. Online, evening, or hybrid teaching may be an option.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

The University of Mount Union is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability, or genetic information in student admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or employment as now or may hereafter be required by university policy and federal or state law.

Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and teaching philosophy. Clearly indicate in your cover letter, the discipline(s) and courses you would be interested in teaching. Please contact the Chair of the Department of Literature and Communication Arts, Dr. Rodney

F. Dick, with any questions.