About this role
Job title: Adjunct Faculty - English
About the Role WAU's Department of English seeks adjunct faculty to teach day and evening classes as enrollment requires. The role may include courses such as ENGL 101A (Composition Lab), ENGL 101 (Composition), ENGL 102 (Research and Literature), and ENWR 235 (Technical Writing).
What You'll Do
- Teach course content for majors and non-majors using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, and other appropriate delivery methods that promote learning and the development of relevant skills
- Prepare a daily syllabus and develop course and lesson plans
- Meet for at least one conference with each student; attend up to three composition program meetings; attend a play with assigned class (ticket provided)
- Track attendance and post the syllabus and any other shared class documents in the Course Management System
- Post midterm and final grades; attend orientation meetings
What We're Looking For
- Terminal degree preferred, but a minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited university with a strong teaching record in English or a related field is acceptable
- Successful teaching record with strong emphasis on research writing in English
- Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population of students both in and outside the classroom
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of the university’s philosophy and mission and commitment to it
- Experience using AI ethically in the English curriculum
Nice to Have
- Terminal degree preferred; Master’s degree with relevant teaching and research background acceptable
- Experience with teaching technologies
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $2100 per 3-credit course (USD)