2024-2025 Adjunct Faculty, English

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

Adjunct Faculty

FLSA

Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)

99999

EPA Position Type

Faculty

JCAT

206000

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Department of English is seeking a pool of candidates for adjunct positions for the 2024-2025 academic year. Candidates should be able to teach Thinking and Writing Critically about Literature, Black Speculative Literature, or World Literature beginning in August 2024. Interested persons must be willing to teach assigned classes, mentor students, and abide by department and university deadlines.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of English offers an undergraduate degree in English and minor programs in dramatic arts and African American literature. Our innovative academic programs prepare students to assume leading roles in society, industry, and the academy.

Position Information

Working Position Title

2024-2025 Adjunct Faculty, English

Building and Room No.

Hall-Patterson 220

Appointment Type

Temporary Part-Time

If Time Limited.

Yes

Appointment Length.

5-10 months

Position Number

AJC113

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

No

Minimum Experience/Education

Master’s Degree or higher with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in English from a four-year accredited institution. One or more years of experience teaching literature to undergraduate students in face-to-face and online environments.

Normal Work Schedule

Morning, afternoon and evenings. Varies depending on the departmental needs.

Department Required Skills

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a diverse educational environment.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Ph.D. Degree in English or a related field (such as composition studies or linguistics) from an accredited institution. Two or more years of experience teaching literature to undergraduate students in face-to-face and online environments in a university environment.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid US Driver's License

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required

No

Physical Required

No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

• The position requires teaching face-to-face classes
• Holding office hours,
• Grading assignments,
• Providing feedback to students, a
• Assigning final course grades
• Attending department meetings.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Details

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only

No

Position Type

Faculty

Time Limited Position

Yes

Appointment Length

5-10 months

Salary

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Open Date

09/10/2024

Close Date

01/30/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

Hiring for 2024-2025 Academic Year Applicant consideration is ongoing from March 15, 2024 through January 31, 2025. A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist(s) prior to the offer of employment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application thoroughly may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Founded in 1892, Winston-Salem State University enjoys a distinguished reputation as a historically black constituent institution of the University of North Carolina that offers a rich curriculum rooted in a high-quality, liberal education. We have been recognized as a national leader in higher education: U.S. News and World Report named WSSU one of the Top Public Schools in the U.S. and one of the Top Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the country. WSSU is a bold, vibrant and diverse academic community that fosters the creative thinking, analytical problem-solving, and depth of character graduates need to transform themselves and their world. These values embody our motto, “Enter to Learn. Depart to Serve.” WSSU is dedicated to providing equal opportunity in admissions and employment based on merit, and without discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, according to state and federal laws.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Document
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. References List
5. Unofficial Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Reference 1
2. Letter of Reference 2
3. Letter of Reference 3
4. Letter of Recommendation 1
5. Other Document