English Adjunct Pool

Adjunct Faculty Position

Instruction to undergraduate students in the English program, as well as general education support. Adjunct faculty members teach courses, fulfill the major responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President for Academics and dictated in the job description, and exercise spiritual leadership with their students.

Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned by the Dean of the College of Music and Communication Arts and English Department Chair. Instructors will prepare syllabi in accordance with the institutional model, initiate the process of textbook selection in a timely fashion, oversee quality educational experiences for students, produce evaluations and scores of student performance via the learning management system, and submit final grades per the posted schedule.

Nature of Instruction:
Faculty intentionally provide a curriculum characterized by currency, harmony with Assemblies of God doctrine, and supported by biblical integration across all disciplines. Office

Hours:

Adjunct faculty are required to provide 30 minutes of availability per week per course for student consultations (on a select day or attached to a class).

Applicant should have at least a Master's degree in English (or closely related discipline) or a Master's degree and 18 hours of ENG coursework.

Elements to include:

• Official application for employment. During your application you will be asked about your beliefs. Please read through the Nelson Beliefs prior to answering related parts of the application.
• Full Resume

Once we've reviewed your application and resume and determined that you will be moving to the next step of the process, we'll reach out to request the following items:

Employment Classification:
This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Nelson University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse academic community within our faith-based environment.

Nelson University (formerly Southwestern Assemblies of God University) is a vibrant, private Christian university located just 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie. Founded in 1927, the university now offers over 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, available on campus and online.

As an evangelical Christian institution rooted in Biblical truth, Nelson University fosters a Spirit-empowered community where faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to live out their faith with purpose and integrity. We are passionate about equipping our team members to make a meaningful impact in both personal and professional spheres, embodying values that inspire and transform.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Nelson University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with its Christian heritage and mission, and where permitted by law, Nelson University reserves the right to exercise a religious preference in employment and seeks to hire individuals who affirm and support the institution's mission and statement of faith.

These principles apply to all employment practices across the University. Nelson University is committed to a hiring process grounded in qualifications, merit, and the operational needs of the institution.