English Instructor | Temporary Fall 2026 and AY |I02449

English Instructor | Full and Part-time Temporary Fall 2026 and AY  | I02449

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. Apply before the closing date.

Copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required (unofficial copies fine for the application process). The final candidate must provide official transcripts on file with the university, submitted to Human Resources. Recommended candidates will complete criminal background check (Act 34, Act 151 Child Abuse, Federal Criminal clearance) prior to appointment. Full consideration to applications received by January 9, 2025.

Slippery Rock University is a leading institution in the Pennsylvania State System. The Department of Languages, Literatures, Cultures, and Writing seeks temporary faculty to teach English 102 (Critical Writing) and English 104 (Critical Reading) in the Rock Studies general education program. Full-time faculty hired will teach a 5/3 course load. Possible other courses depending on qualifications and experience.

• Teach English 102 (Critical Writing) and English 104 (Critical Reading).
• Develop and deliver engaging instruction using active learning techniques.
• Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback.
• Participate in departmental meetings and syllabus reviews.

• PhD, ABD, or MFA in English required.
• Evidence of engaging students in active learning both within and beyond the classroom.
• Fluency in writing across the curriculum pedagogy.
• Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.

• Teaching experience in first-year writing.
• Participation in assessment of individual basic writing and reading courses for periodic, standardized department review and university-wide Middle States (or comparable national standard).
• Interdisciplinary interests or expertise beyond English is a plus.

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