Part-time Faculty, First- Composition and Reading
Listed on 2026-07-24
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Education / Teaching
College Lecturer, Academic, Tutoring
Location: Cold Spring
Position Title:
Part‑time Faculty, First‑Year Composition and Reading
Position Type:Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
About the Role:The Writing Instruction Program (housed in the Department of English) is seeking part‑time adjunct faculty. Faculty members may teach first‑year writing or reading courses, including co‑requisite courses with reading or writing support, and reading. These positions report to the Director of the Writing Instruction Program.
Responsibilities:
- Teach between three and nine hours (1‑3 classes) of college writing and/or reading per semester.
- Provide support to students through office hours.
- Align assignments and curriculum with programmatic and university student learning outcomes.
- Master’s Degree in English or a closely related field (with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework in English).
- Strong background in and evidence of teaching composition and reading and working with first‑year students.
- Experience teaching co‑requisite writing courses and/or experience teaching non‑native speakers is desired, as is a commitment to intercultural competence and inclusive excellence.
Salary Range:
The pay for a three‑credit varies slightly based on years of experience and education but is projected to be between $2,700 and $3,000 per three‑credit course.
Additional Information:
The position is designed for candidates planning to seek permanent positions elsewhere. The department will provide mentoring and performance reviews as well as support for continuing job searches.
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