Adjunct Instructor - Writing
Company: Lakeland University
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionLakeland University, an independent liberal arts
institution located in Wisconsin, wishes to hire and build a pool
of adjunct instructors for open and future part-time teaching
assignments and invites applicants from a diverse group for these
positions. POSITION PURPOSEFacilitate the teaching and learning of
writing courses to adult students in the William R. Kellett School.
We have immediate needs for adjunct instructors to teach the
following courses during the Fall 2022 Semester: WRT 200 -
Copywriting and Editing WRT 330 - Advertising and Public
RelationsInstructional locations options include online and
Plymouth, WI. Classes are typically on weekday evenings from 6-9
pm.Successful candidates must hold at least a master's degree in
writing or a relevant field OR hold a master's degree in a
non-relevant field and have completed at least 18 graduate credits
in writing or a relevant field. Minimum qualifications must be met
for consideration.GENERAL EXPECTATIONSAll Lakeland staff members
are expected to:Demonstrate in their words and actions an
appreciation for the history of Lakeland University and a
commitment to its stated mission.Represent unequivocally in their
behavior the stated values of the University.Be good stewards of
the University's resources, including its personnel and the
goodwill of its friends, its alumni, and local community.Work
collaboratively (as opposed to competitively) with their peers to
meet objectives and achieve our goals.Keep their supervisor
appropriately informed.Be forthright and honest in their
communication with all members of the university community.Treat
all members in a manner of teamwork and respect.Advise their
supervisor with respect to all matters that require their
attention, including their own performance.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSTeach
undergraduate courses in writing.Work with full-time faculty and
deans to understand and employ activities that meet course learning
objectives.Administer and/or develop coursework (assignments,
projects, in-class learning activities, exams) that meets and
assesses course learning objectives.Respond in a timely manner to
calls or emails from students, colleagues, or supervisors.Use
university technology as directed.PREFERRED KNOW-HOW & SKILLSA
master's degree in Composition, English, Writing, Journalism or a
related field required for Higher Learning Commission qualification
purposes.Relevant work experience in an industry related to the
academic subject matter preferred.Some teaching experience
preferred but not necessarily required for the right
candidate.Comfortable teaching in face to face, online, and blended
modes of instructional delivery.Familiarity with the Blackboard
learning management system.Demonstrated teaching experience at the
undergraduate level.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTNo or very
limited exposure to physical riskNo or very limited physical effort
requiredWork is normally performed in a typical interior/office
work environmentOTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for
this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any
time with or without notice.Lakeland University does not offer H-1B
or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the
employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please
contact Human Resources.Lakeland University is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Educator.Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Keywords: Lakeland University, Green Bay , Adjunct Instructor - Writing, Education / Teaching , Plymouth, Wisconsin
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