Job Description
The English Department at Old Dominion University invites applicants for part-time Adjunct instructional faculty to teach 100- and 200-level sections of in-person General Education Composition and Literature courses. We are seeking individuals for Fall 2024, but this posting may remain open for additional applications throughout the academic year. Selected individuals will be hired as part of an adjunct pool and will be utilized as needed based on course coverage.
The greatest need is typically for daytime, on-campus courses between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, primarily General Education Composition, with occasional General Education Literature.
Part-Time
LocationNorfolk, VA
Minimum QualificationsM.A., M.F.A., or Ph.D. in English, or M.A. or Ph.D. in a closely-related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in English courses.
Required Experience, Knowledge, and Skills- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office.
- Preparation and/or experience teaching introductory-level courses in literature and/or composition at the college level.
Availability to teach in-person on Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA campus between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, and one or more of the following:
- Literature: ability to teach across genre and period specialties with a diverse selection of texts and voices.
- Composition: expertise in writing studies pedagogies such as WAC/WID, multi-modality, anti-racism, and/or universal design for learning.
Interested candidates must apply via (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./21039 and submit a cover letter outlining preparation and experience for teaching General Education Composition and/or Literature courses; a curriculum vitae; unofficial graduate transcripts; and contact information for 3 professional references. Applications will begin on July 22, 2025 and will recur when openings arise. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Questions or requests for additional information can be sent to Dr. Mary Beth Pennington, chair of the search committee, via e-mail at mpenning
.
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No
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Posting Type:
General Public
Posting Number: PT0110
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Application Instructions:
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