Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi - Austin, TX
posted 6 days ago
About the position
The English department at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is actively seeking qualified candidates to teach first-year writing courses this coming academic year. Teaching opportunities include online and on-campus first-year writing courses. On-campus teaching assignments are located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Online teaching assignments are available for alternative work locations. Adjunct instructors are hired to teach on a temporary and part-time basis. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract
- Complete position-specific training
- Prepare essential learning objectives, lesson plans, and assignments, and post a course syllabus in coordination with the First Year Writing Program coordinator
- Clearly communicate course objectives, assignments, and deadlines using the university's Learning Management System (Canvas)
- Provide feedback and evaluate assignments in a timely and thorough manner
- Maintain records of attendance and grading, and report early alerts for students who are not actively engaging in courses
- Other duties as assigned and relevant to position
Requirements
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline in hand at the time of appointment
Nice-to-haves
- Experience teaching college-level writing courses
- Experience teaching in on-campus, hybrid, and/or online delivery
- Demonstrated history of quality teaching
