"Adjunct Instructor, Department of English"

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 christopher.andrews@tamucc.edu.

The position is open until filled.