Description
Adjunct Faculty — English (Adjunct Lecturer/Instructor)
Department: Arts & Sciences
Reports to: Dr. Paula Williams, Vice President forAcademic Affairs
Employment Type: Adjunct
Location: On Campus
Schedule: Fall 26: ENGL-115, MW 4:00-5:15pm
The Division of Arts and Sciences is inviting adjunct faculty members committed to teaching undergraduate English courses concentrating on writing and literature. The courses are part of Rivier University’s Core Curriculum and are focused on writing expositions and arguments, and literature as it relates to art and humanity. Candidates will begin teaching in the Fall 2026 semester.
Direction and Supervision are provided by the Program Director, General Education/Core Curriculum.
Duties and Responsibilities
To create an engaging academic learning environment, means of assessment of learning, and the development of readers and writers for the undergraduate student experience.
- Provide face-to-face and/or online course content in one or more areas of the core curriculum
- Provide quality instruction, direction, and coaching of students throughout their course experience
- Provide and support processes and procedures that enhance timely and constructive feedback and assessment for tracking of student progresson rubrics
- Respect and support for the mission of Rivier University and the Division
Qualifications
- PhD, EdD, MA, MAT or degree in English or related field from an accredited college or university
- Enthusiasm for teaching students of all levels, abilities, and backgrounds and a commitment to teaching excellence.
- Experience teaching with a learning management system (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).
- Prior work or teaching experience in the field of English or Literacy is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
- Effective oral and written communication
- Professional collaboration with faculty, students and the community
- Plan, organize, prioritize and complete designated tasks related to teaching in the Core Curriculum
- Work with other faculty and teach courses independently
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality; and
- Demonstrate computer literacy in software and internet applications
Supplemental Information
Applicants should apply online with resume and cover letter at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rivieredu/jobs/5332386/adjunct-faculty-english
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Rivier University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran or marital status, sex sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in admission or access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities, and Title IX requires that the University not discriminate on the bases stated above.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
