What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct English position at Kentucky State University?
TITLE: Adjunct Instructor in English
DEPARTMENT: School of Humanities
REPORTS TO: Chair of School of Humanities
CLASSIFICATION: Staff- Temporary
EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD
LOCATION: On-Site-Main Campus
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-Time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
The School of Humanities at Kentucky State University (KSU) invites applications for an Adjunct (non-tenure-track) position in English at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level. This position will teach English courses within a 16-week framework. In-person instruction is preferred, but online instruction may be considered if appropriate. The teaching load will typically consist of one to two undergraduate English composition and/or literature courses.
Candidates will be expected to prepare course materials, deliver instruction, and effectively support undergraduate students in developing essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The School of Humanities follows a learning-centered approach to course instruction:
- Prepare and deliver course content in a clear and effective manner that supports student learning and achievement of the outcomes outlined in the course syllabus.
- Create and post a course syllabus and class schedule for each assigned course. Develop and distribute course materials, including handouts, lectures, readings, presentations, and assignments.
- Establish and communicate clear course learning objectives. Develop rubrics and assessment tools aligned with those objectives to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date course and student records in accordance with FERPA regulations. Submit grades and any required documentation by established deadlines.
- Maintain availability to students through regular office hours and be responsive to questions and requests for additional academic support.
- Attend all scheduled class meetings and fulfill other professional responsibilities such as office hours and required departmental meetings.
- Teach undergraduate English courses such as composition, literature, and writing across various formats including in-person and, if applicable, online delivery modes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and student academic development.
- Ability to design and deliver engaging course content and evaluate student learning effectively.
- Experience developing course syllabi and other instructional materials.
- Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management systems such as Blackboard.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work cooperatively in a university setting.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
- This position does not have supervisory responsibility.
OTHER DUTIES:
- Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education Required: Master’s degree in English, English Literature, Composition, Rhetoric, or a closely related field; or at least 18 graduate-level credit hours in English.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- This position requires working in an office and/or classroom setting
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.
