"24-27 CY English Adjunct Pool"

East Stroudsburg University's English Department is looking for Adjunct Faculty! Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU's proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to professional markets, careers, and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country's largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun.

The English Department is seeking to add to the existing Adjunct Faculty pool, which we established in Fall 2023. We need faculty to teach ENGL 101 and ENGL 103 and potentially introductory courses in literature (e.g. ENGL 162) and/or business writing (e.g. ENGL 205) in the future.

To be successful in this position, the candidate will be an effective teacher and mentor for students and an active member of the department. Applications on-hand will be used to fill vacancies as needed.

Qualifications:

A master's degree in English or related field is required. Applicant must have relevant teaching experience in college composition and college-level writing courses. Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend English; able to create clear verbal and written messages.

Preferred: Experience working with diverse student populations, a terminal degree in English or related field (either a Ph.D. or M.F.A), experience teaching introductory literature courses, and experience in teaching distance education are preferred.

What We Offer

• If qualified, outstanding benefits package including medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid holiday leave.
• Optional membership to PSECU Credit Union
• Community commitment to living by the Warrior Code: Accountable for One's Actions, Positive, Honest, and Loyal, Committed to Self-Growth, Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good, Respectful of the Environment and Community, Dedicated to Empowering Others

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants must apply through the ESU Job Portal and are required to attach the following to the online application: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required before the appointment), and contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references. Upload all documents to the online application. Final selection will be based on a review of the candidate's vita and a successful interview (If conducted by the search committee). Only confidential reference letters are accepted at askhr@esu.edu. All candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and official transcripts at the time of employment. Must be at least 18 years old and have English literacy skills. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment/degree verifications. We are proud that ESU is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here.