Adjunct Instructor, Department of English

** Job Title
** Adjunct Instructor, Department of English
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
** Department
* * College Of Liberal Arts
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location**,
** Job Type
** Faculty
* * Job Description
** The English department at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is actively seeking qualified candidates to teach first-year writing courses this coming academic year.

Teaching opportunities include online and on-campus first-year writing courses. On-campus teaching assignments are located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Online teaching assignments are available for alternative work locations. Adjunct instructors are hired to teach on a temporary and part-time basis.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast.

With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.
** Job

Duties Include:

*** Teach assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract
* Complete position-specific training
* Prepare essential learning objectives, lesson plans, and assignments, and post a course syllabus in coordination with the First Year Writing Program coordinator
* Clearly communicate course objectives, assignments, and deadlines using the university’s Learning Management System (Canvas)
* Provide feedback and evaluate assignments in a timely and thorough manner
* Maintain records of attendance and grading, and report early alerts for students who are not actively engaging in courses
* Other duties as assigned and relevant to position
** Required Qualifications
*** Master’s degree or Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline in hand at the time of appointment
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Experience teaching college-level writing courses
* Experience teaching in on-campus, hybrid, and/or online delivery
* Demonstrated history of quality teaching
*
* TO APPLY:

** All required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position. Please address the application packet to the Search Committee.

A completed application will include:
* A letter of interest addressing qualifications listed, including teaching philosophy
* A current  curriculum vitae
* Copies of unofficial transcripts for graduate coursework
* Three to five (3-5) professional references including name, address, title, telephone number, and email address.

Questions about the application package can be directed to the English Department chair, Dr. Christopher Andrews rews.

The position is open until filled.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Again, welcome and thank you for your interest. Please contact us if you need assistance in applying, seeking an update on a posting, or have further questions.
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