What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor - Writing position at Olivet College?
Olivet College is accepting applications for future adjunct opportunities in writing.
Courses are taught face-to-face and held on Monday/Thursday OR Tuesday/Friday. No night classes.
Responsibilities: Teach and hold office hours for one or two classes of Research and Writing, Academic Writing, or Foundations of Writing. Instructors have flexibility in designing lessons and activities, though we use a common text and common signature assignments.
Requirements: Candidates must hold an MA, MFA, or PhD in Composition and Rhetoric, Writing, English, English Education, or a related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in writing. Experience teaching at any level is preferred. We are looking for teachers who are excited about working with first-year students and who have an engaging style and excellent communication skills.
Olivet College was founded in 1844 on the principle that the future of humanity rests in the hands, hearts and minds of those who will take responsibility for themselves and others in an increasingly diverse society. Open since its founding to all regardless of race, gender or ability to pay, Olivet College is one of the most diverse private liberal arts institutions in the state and actively seeks diversity in its students and employees. Women and members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
