Adjunct Faculty, English & Humanities

Adjunct Faculty, English & Humanities Location 940 Second St. Portsmouth, OH 45662, OH Job Type Part-Time Job Number POS-033 Division Academic and Student Affairs Department ASA-CAS-English & Humanities Opening Date 06/08/2026 Description Benefits Job Description Summary The College of Arts & Sciences at Shawnee State University seeks qualified individuals beginning Fall and Spring Semesters to serve as Part-time, Adjunct Faculty in the Department of English & Humanities for traditional classes in the following areas. Composition British Literature Public Speaking and Human Communication Ethics in Public/Private Life Minimum Qualifications (EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND

EXPERIENCE

) Master's degree in the respective or related area Possess excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills Ability to use technology in teaching Ability to use collaborative learning techniques and student-centered methods of instruction Ability to work in a multiethnic/multicultural environment Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening assignments - daytime availability a plus (in some cases, may be required) Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. All applicants must complete the online application at Shawnee.edu . Upload a cover letter to Human Resources specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted qualifications, your resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcript indicating highest degree attained.

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT REFERENCE SECTION

Include only the name, email, and phone number of your Professional References. Candidates invited for an on-campus interview may be required to present a teaching lecture and laboratory demonstration of their instructional abilities. Specific questions may be directed to Professor Ann Linden, Chair of the Department of English and Humanities, at 740.351.3294 or alinden@shawnee.edu. The information pertaining to remuneration is found in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook ( Adjunct Handbook (Download PDF reader) ) Adjunct faculty at SSU are also eligible for tuition waivers (Tuition Waiver for Adjunct Faculty Policy (Download PDF reader) ) and enjoy professional development opportunities, office space, and limited mileage reimbursement. They and their family (children 14 years and up) also have free access to the Rhodes Athletic Facility. Employment with the University is dependent upon BOT budget approval for the current fiscal year. Background check is required prior to hire. Official transcripts are required and must be submitted prior to hire to Professor Ann Linden, Chair of the Department of English and Humanities, 940 2nd Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662. Note to Applicants This is an open posting maintained and updated every semester based upon the enrollment needs of the Department, and as such, are filled on an as-needed/ongoing basis every semester. SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority. Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status or military status. This position is not eligible for benefits. Employer Shawnee State University (OH) Address 940 Second St. Portsmouth, Ohio, 45662 Phone 740-351-3481