Job Description:

The Department of Englishs award-winning Core Writing Program invites applications for part-time adjunct instructors in Rhetoric and Composition starting in January 2026. The selected candidates may teach up to two 3-credit sections of ENGL 1001 (Introduction to Rhetoric and Composition). There is also a possibility of renewal of the position depending on needs and funding.

Requirements:Masters degree or higher in Rhetoric and Composition Writing Studies or English. Demonstrated excellence in teaching first-year writing.

Knowledge of Writing about Writing and Writing Across the Curriculum pedagogiesishighly desirable.

To apply please submit a cover letter of interest describing teaching experience a current Curriculum Vitae a sample syllabus for a first-year writing course unofficial graduate transcripts and names and contact information of three references.

Please submit your application through this posting. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For questions feel free to reach out to Dr. Kim Gunter() Director of Core Writing.

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Performs such other duties responsibilities and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

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