Albright College's Department of English seeks applications for multiple adjunct faculty positions to teach first-year writing. Successful candidates will teach one or two sections of English 101, the first course in our two-semester first-year composition sequence. All instructors teachingEnglish 101 at Albright teach a shared curriculum. All course materials, including course syllabus and Canvas shell template, as well as a pre-semester overview of the curriculum, will be provided upon hire. Albright College is a small liberal arts college that offers a challenging curriculum to a very diverse student body. The College is consistently named as a top performer in social mobility and in return on investment. Required Qualifications:
- MA in English, Rhetoric and Writing Studies, or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in English, Rhetoric and Writing Studies, or a closely related field; or MFA in creative writing
- Experience with in-person and technologically enhanced teaching
- Evidence of positive contributions to team projects and working environments
- Fluency in Spanish, preferred
Candidates should submit the following materials:
- Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications
- Curriculum vitae
For further information, contact the Director of Writing, Dr. Scott DeLoach, ...@albright.edu Review of applications for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should complete an application by clicking Apply Now . Cover letter, a minimum of two professional references and any other supporting application materials can be uploaded in one document along with the curriculum vitae. Optional documents may be submitted and can include: proof of education/certification, licenses, and letters of recommendation. About Albright College Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college's flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations. At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and backUgrounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity. In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position. Read the college's Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community.About Reading, Pa.Ranked a Best Place to Live and Best Place to Retire by U.S. News & World Report, Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College's 118 acre campus is located in the city's historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading's 9,000 seat Santander Arena or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s - only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through West Reading's artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania's spectacular autumn display from the top of Reading's Pagoda, a kayak on Blue Marsh Lake, or from a scenic steam train ride. Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified biking and hiking trails. The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer's ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies' AA baseball team.Other details
- Job Family Part-Time Faculty
- Pay Type Salary
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