Part-Time Lecturer in Freshman Composition

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Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Job Summary

The Department of English at Columbus State University is seeking qualified applicants to teach ENGL 1101 and/or ENGL 1102. This is a part-time position involving one or two sections of English composition per semester.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate should have an earned Master's degree in English with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in English. Previous teaching experience at the college level is desired.

Required Documents to Attach

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Curriculum Vitae w/references

Unofficial Transcripts

All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University
¿ s online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, call  or email ;
Dr. Rebecca Gerdes-McClain, Director of First-Year Composition, Department of English, Columbus State University, 4225 University Ave., Columbus, Georgia 31907

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Institutional Values

Excellence:
Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.

Creativity:
Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.

Engagement:
Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.

Sustainability:
Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.

Inclusion:
Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.

Servant Leadership:
Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

* A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;

* Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;

* Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.

* Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.
* For Faculty Hires:
Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary…