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
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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: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/index.php
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 at [email protected].
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.
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