Adjunct Instructor - English

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Altoona invites applications for a part-time English instructor opening to teach English Composition for the Fall 2026 Semester
. Courses will be taught in person on the Penn State Altoona campus.

• A master's degree or PhD in English or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Prior experience teaching at a college level is strongly preferred.

To be considered, please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae including references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted until the vacancy is filled. For additional information about Penn State Altoona and the English program, please visit our web pages at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and .

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The ASR is available for review here.

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