Adjunct English Instructor

Bethune-Cookman University

Job Title: Adjunct English Instructor

Division: College of Arts and Humanities

Reporting Structure: Chairperson of the Department of English, World Languages, and Cultural Studies

JOB SUMMARY:

The Department of English, World Languages, and Cultural Studies at Bethune-Cookman University invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of English to teach undergraduate courses on a part-time basis.

The Department of English, World Languages, and Cultural Studies is committed to excellence in teaching, interdisciplinary inquiry, student success, and community engagement. As the department enters an exciting period of renewal and curricular innovation, we seek colleagues who are enthusiastic about joining a collaborative academic community and contributing to the department's continued growth and innovation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

We seek dedicated teacher-scholars who are committed to student success, excellence in teaching, and creating engaging learning environments that support students from diverse educational, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including first-generation college students. Successful candidates will demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills, a commitment to inclusive and student-centered pedagogy, and the ability to work collaboratively with faculty in support of the department's educational mission.

MINIMUM EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree or earned doctorate in English, Rhetoric, Composition, Writing Studies, Literature, Cultural Studies, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 18 graduate semester hours in English or writing from a regionally accredited institution.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to effective undergraduate teaching.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teach assigned undergraduate courses in accordance with departmental learning outcomes and University policies.
• Prepare course syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student work and submit grades in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress in accordance with University policies.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to student inquiries.
• Utilize the University's learning management system (Canvas) to support instruction.
• Participate in departmental meetings or professional development activities as appropriate for adjunct faculty.
• Perform other instructional duties consistent with adjunct faculty appointments.
• Courses may be assigned in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats, during daytime or evening hours, depending on departmental needs.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Experience teaching first-year writing or composition at the college or university level.
• Experience using learning management systems such as Canvas.
• Experience teaching first-generation college students, historically underserved populations, or students from diverse educational backgrounds.
• Experience with evidence-based writing pedagogy and student-centered instructional practices.
• Experience teaching in multiple instructional modalities, including online or hybrid environments.

Working Conditions

This position is performed in a standard academic environment.

Faculty should be able to:

• Move throughout the campus as required.
• Use computers and instructional technologies.
• Perform the normal physical activities associated with classroom instruction.

The University reserves the right to modify this position description as institutional needs evolve.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, retaliation, marital status, religion or disability, or any other applicable local, state or federal regulation. Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities, equal employment opportunity and Title IX matters should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at 386-481-2049.

The university reserves the right to modify job descriptions at any time in its' attempts to improve the operations of the university