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Part-time Faculty in English II

Employer
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Location
Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Dec 27, 2022

Position Details

Classification Information

Classification Title

P.T. Faculty

Position Information

Position Title

Part-time Faculty in English II

Position Number

Department

Humanities & Social Sciences

Job Description Summary

The School of Sciences and Humanities at Wentworth Institute of Technology seeks Adjunct Faculty to teach English II for the Spring of 2023:

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for:
  • Preparing a syllabus for the course and distributing the syllabus to the students, based on recommendation of the School of Sciences and Humanities and the provost office
  • Teaching English courses in collaboration with the course coordinator
  • Preparing quizzes, labs and exams.
  • Grading assignments and exams in a timely manner
  • Meeting students during office hours outside of class as required.
A sequel to English I in which students will continue to develop their writing and research skills and will study for Western cultural movements – the Enlightenment, Romanticism, Modernism, and Postmodernism – which will provide them with the cultural and historical framework necessary for beginning their humanities and social science electives. Students will explore these movements through the critical reading of a range of texts, including fiction, poetry, drama, philosophy, political theory, cultural history and theory, aesthetic criticism and theory, and the personal essay.

Required Education:
  • Masters in English or related field
Required Experience:
  • 1-3 years experience as a primary course instructor
  • Previous teaching experience in a college setting.
Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth:
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/diversity .

How to Apply:
Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.wit.edu

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu .

Minimum Education Required

Master's degree

Preferred Education

Doctoral degree

Minimum Work Experience Required

1-3 years

Preferred Work Experience

3-5 years

Minimum Knowledge Required

Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.

Preferred Knowledge

Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.

Advertised Minimum Qualifications

Required Education:
  • Masters in English or related field
Required Experience:
  • 1-3 years experience as a primary course instructor
  • Previous teaching experience in a college setting.
Advertised Preferred Qualifications

Salary Range

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F00259

Job Category

Faculty
Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Boston.com
    • Higheredjobs.com
    • Colleges of the Fenway site
    • Wentworth site
    • Studentaffairs.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Ed.
    • NE HERC
    • El Mundo
    • Sampan
    • Bay State Banner
    • Colors Magazine
    • AcademicKeys
    • ACM.org
    • CRA.org
    • IEEE.org
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    • Other
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  2. * Wentworth defines inclusive excellence as 'Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond.' Please provide an example of how you have exemplified inclusive excellence in an educational or professional setting.

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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