Adjunct Instructor, English at Wentworth Institute of Higher Education

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

1365.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Syllabus Preparation, Grading, Office Hours, Critical Reading, Writing Skills, Research Skills, Cultural Analysis, Communication, Information Literacy, Rhetorical Skills, Student Engagement, Course Coordination, Assessment, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Job Description The School of Sciences and Humanities at Wentworth Institute of Technology has a regular need for Adjunct Faculty to teach College English. The needs include for both Fall 2024 (term starts in early September).and Spring 2025 terms. The adjunct faculty member is responsible for: Preparing a syllabus for the course and distributing the syllabus to the students, based on the recommendation of the School of Sciences and Humanities and the provost office Teaching courses in collaboration with the course coordinator Preparing quizzes, lab, and exams. Grading assignments and exams in a timely manner Meeting students during office hours outside of class as required. English Sequence: English 1, English 2, English 0900 English I – An introduction to college-level academic writing and research. Instruction focuses on critical reading and analysis, composing and revising strategies, writing for varied rhetorical purposes, critical thinking, information literacy, and writing from sources. English II – A sequel to English I in which students will continue to develop their writing and research skills and will study four Western cultural movements – the Enlightenment, Romanticism, Modernism, and Postmodernism – which will provide them with the cultural and historical framework necessary for beginning their humanities and social science electives. Students will explore these movements through the critical reading of a range of texts, including fiction, poetry, drama, philosophy, political theory, cultural history and theory, aesthetic criticism and theory, and the personal essay. English 0900 — This course promotes basic English language skills and writing practice in which less than adequately prepared students may upgrade their readiness for college-level study through improved reading, writing, speaking and listening. Minimum Education Required Master's degree Preferred Education Doctoral degree Minimum Work Experience Required 1- 3 years of experience Preferred Work Experience 3-5 years of experience Minimum Knowledge Required Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations. Preferred Qualifications 1-3 years experience as a primary course instructor in a college setting Position Details: At this time, the university is unable to sponsor applicants for H-1B visas. Adjunct faculty compensation varies based on instructional mode (lecture or lab), number of course credits, and program. The minimum adjunct rate is $1,365 per credit. Compensation and Benefits Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees. Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth/benefits Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth. To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence. All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu. E-Verify for Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) Wentworth participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from your Form I-9 to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Wentworth Institute of Technology is a private university located in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. Through a uniquely effective, hands-on experiential learning approach, Wentworth prepares graduates who are future-focused and career-ready. We are a collaborative, mission-driven community of educators and professionals committed to excellence in ourselves and in the students we teach and support. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to continuing to develop a richly diverse faculty, staff, and student body. For general information on working at Wentworth and Benefits click here. Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.

Responsibilities

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for preparing a syllabus, teaching courses, and grading assignments. They are also expected to meet students during office hours as required.