Part-Time Faculty - English, Fall 2024

Statement of Job:

The University of Southern Maine's Department of English is seeking a part-time faculty members for our Fall 2024 semester, beginning September 3, 2024.

We are searching for an instructor(s) to teach College Writing (ENG 100) and Academic Writing (ENG 102) and will be required to teach at least one (and as many as three courses). In addition, an instructor may have the opportunity to teach upper-level courses, especially in 20th Century and 21st Century American Literature. Courses are taught either Monday/Wednesday, Tuesday/Thursday, or once a week.

Classes are offered at various times between 8AM and 9:30PM on either Portland or Gorham Campus. While some section may be taught online, please note that we cannot guarantee an instructor's preference for an online modality.

College Writing (ENG 100) - Throughout the course, students learn several fundamental ideas about writing: that writing is a process; that writing always involves reading; that writing is situational and involves specific rhetorical elements (purpose, audience, text, genre, style, mode); that writing is recursive and therefore always in-process; and that writing requires metacognitive thinking. ENG 100 students engage in a series of essay assignments that reflect points of view, engage with readings, and focus on a central thesis or project.

Through these writing practices, students develop a metalanguage to articulate their writing and rhetorical choices and to demonstrate an understanding of sentence structure and syntax as central to meaning. By the end of the course, students should be able to assess a writing situation and then successfully write for that situation.

Academic Writing (ENG 102) - Building on the fundamentals learned in ENG 100 (the writing process, revision, and critical reading), ENG 102 focuses on argumentative and research-based writing. Students learn that academic work is a process of inquiry by engaging in academic modes of reading and writing (analysis, synthesis, critique, and argument) to address questions about critical issues.

Students engage in independent research, learning how to make connections between sources and how to add to those connections by articulating their own perspectives and positions. Students develop a comprehensive information literacy that they can apply throughout their college career.

USM's Department of English is devoted to the study of language, literature, and culture. Students learn how to read in the light of contemporary critical theories and in relation to the tools, texts, and theories of other academic disciplines.

Many classes provide opportunities for the study of non-literary cultural texts and practices such as film, television, fashion, and ritual. Known for its academic rigor and popular instructors, including a diverse selection of classes, faculty and staff in the English Department teaches students how to see the world from multiple perspectives and exposes them to a large array of content that comes from both within and outside of a university setting.

Part-time faculty members are paid on a credit hour basis based on prior teaching experience. In addition, USM employees can use their USM Card to access the library, Cigna Employee Assistance Plan, and fitness center(s). USM also offers part-time faculty the opportunity for development frequently through our Center for Collaboration and Development (CCD) and the chance to get an online teaching certification and training through CTEL, in addition to other developmental opportunities open to all staff throughout the year.

The University of Southern Maine is located in Portland Maine's metro area that is home to over half a million people with a lively, livable community, nationally known for its arts and culture, outdoor recreation, beautiful beaches, and amazing food. Most recently, US News and World Report listed Portland, Maine one of the best US cities to live.

The University of Southern Maine embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact supports the University of Southern Maine's DEIA and Community Impact focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

We live our Service Promise: Student Focused Every Day.

We are looking for a team member who understands that promise and supports our core values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.

Qualifications:

• Master's or doctoral degree in English or a related field as defined by the hiring committee.

• Experience teaching at the college level.

Other Information:

To apply please click on "APPLY FOR POSITION" at the bottom of this page or visit USM Jobs.

You will create an applicant profile and complete an application. You will need to upload a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, including a list of the names and contact information for three references.

A short interview will be required, either in person or via Zoom. Interviews will be scheduled after the job posting or until the position is filled. Please note that this is a national search.

We will examine candidate packages on an ongoing basis as they are submitted.

All required materials must be submitted by July 8, 2024.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

Required Documents:

Cover Letter, CV/Resume, References