Adjunct Instructor Core 101: Narratives of the Self
Adjunct Instructor Core 101: Narratives of the Self
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The Oglethorpe University Core Program is seeking adjunct instructors to teach College Oglethorpes unique Core 101: Narratives of the Self class during the Fall 2024 semester. Our Core Narratives of the Self course is an exciting approach to general education first-year writing and introduction to literary studies through the themes of self and identity. Students in this course strengthen their analytical reading writing and critical thinking skills while reading ancient to Medieval literature and philosophical texts. The lecture sections enroll no more than 16 students so the learning environment is ideal for one-on-one faculty-student interactions and for implementing innovative pedagogical strategies. Successful applicants must be interested in progressive student-centered models of literary studies and writing composition education. Applicants will be expected to foster an inclusive learning environment by engaging in and promoting diverse teaching learning and mentoring communities.
Teaching assignments will be based on instructor experience areas of expertise and availability. Course sections meet 3 hours/week (either three 60-minute sessions or two 90-minute sessions). For more information about the teaching schedule please reach out to Judith Levy Director of Core Studies at .
Oglethorpe is committed to fostering a campus community and intellectual environment that recruits and maintains diverse faculty and staff promotes a culture of respect for diverse experiences and perspectives and understands and addresses the role of inequality in shaping our individual and collective identities. We value faculty mentorship and support faculty teaching research and development. Adjunct faculty will be mentored and supported by full-time Core 101 faculty who are committed to excellence in teaching and fostering a collaborative community.
The university currently enrolls a diverse population of nearly 1500 students who represent more than 30 states and 30 countries. More than half of Oglethorpes students identify as persons of color and 40 percent are the first in their families to attend college. Candidates from historically excluded groups whose work furthers the institutions diversity equity and inclusion goals and who bring varied life experiences perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or M.S. in English Comparative Literature Communications or related field. Those who are ABD (all but dissertation) are also encouraged to apply.
Compensation:
Compensation will be determined based on the number of credit hours taught.
$3300/lecture course (4 credit hours)
Starting and Ending Dates:
New Faculty Orientation is August 18 and 19. The semester runs from August 25to December 5 with final exams in the following week. Final grades for the semester are due on Tuesday December 13.
To Apply:
Applicants are asked to submit a brief letter of interest that makes reference to qualifications commitment to excellence in teaching and a record of steady contributions to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. In addition please submit a C.V. (including contact information) and the name and contact information of two references (no letter necessary at this point)as soon as possible. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Employment Type
Temp
