Adjunct Faculty in English and Language Studies
Position DetailsTitle Adjunct Faculty in English and Language Studies
Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track
Department IU Kokomo English and Language Studies
Location Kokomo
Position SummaryThe Department of English and Language Studies (ELS) at Indiana University Kokomo invites interested and qualified applications to the adjunct instructor pool. Information about the program can be found at .One of eight campuses of Indiana University, Indiana University Kokomo, is a comprehensive non-residential campus located 50 miles north of Indianapolis in Kokomo, Indiana, a city with a population of about 60,000. Committed to student success, the campus serves approximately 3000 students from a 14-county area in north-central Indiana. IU Kokomo has around 271 full-time faculty and staff. Associate, baccalaureate, and master's degrees are offered. Additional information about Indiana University Kokomo is at . This institution is a provider of ADA services. Persons with disabilities who need assistance to participate in this application process should contact the Office of Affirmative Action at 765-455-9316.Indiana University Kokomo is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX.
Basic QualificationsBasic Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Master's degree (with at least 18 hours coursework in the discipline), have at least two semesters' classroom experience, and be able to teach undergraduate courses in the following area(s): Reading, Writing, and Inquiry, specifically English W131 which teaches skills of critical reading, thinking, and writing to help students meaningfully engage artifacts, events, and issues in our world. The course bilds students' abilities to read written and cultural texts critically; to analyze those texts in ways that engage both students' own experiences and the perspectives of others; and to write about those texts for a range of audiences and purposes as a means of participating in broader conversations. Assignments emphasize the analysis and synthesis of sources in making and developing claims.
Department Contact for QuestionsDepartment Contact for QuestionsReview will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Because departmental needs vary throughout the year, applications will be reviewed after they are received and retained for one year. Applicants should submit a cover letter which addresses the qualifications as listed above, a curriculum vitae (CV), unofficial transcripts of undergraduate and graduate degrees, and samples of both personal and student work to . Additional items may be requested from applicants at a later date.Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Lauren Stewart, Administrative Assistant, at 765-455-9233 and/or [email protected].
Additional QualificationsJob DescriptionAdjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Although you may be asked to accommodate a variety of formats such as face-to-face, remote, and online instruction, we are currently hiring, specifically, for face-to-face instruction.Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 9 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 6 credit hours during summer session. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.Duties and Tasks
- Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
- Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
- Adhere to the policies, procedures, and regulations of Indiana University Kokomo.
- Maintain current competence in the discipline or field of specialization.
- Attend adjunct workshops and training.