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Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Language, Literature & Writing Temp Faculty

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An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$88,728 / year median in Pennsylvania

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Job Description

The Department of Language, Literature, and Writing (LLW) at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) invites applicants for anticipated part-time, temporary faculty position(s) for the 2026 academic year. The department seeks candidates whose teaching, research, and/or service have prepared them to serve all IUP students.
Teaching:
Successful candidates must be able to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses offered in person, online or through distance education, or at one of our other locations.
Courses may include:
ENGL 100A
Introduction to College Composition
ENGL 100B
Writing Skills Workshop
ENGL 101
Composition
I ENGL 202
Composition
II LITT 121
Humanities Literature Upper-level English major course Responsibilities Other duties involve participating in departmental committees and advising students. The successful candidate may be asked to work at off-campus sites and/or provide instruction through distance education asynchronously and/or synchronously through zoom technology.
Required:
• Master's degree in English or a related field. • Experience teaching in college setting. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Faculty members are expected to: Teach courses assigned by the department chair in accordance with departmental, college, and university scheduling requirements. Conduct classes for the required contact hours each academic term and administer final examinations or equivalent assessments as required. Present course content effectively using instructional methods appropriate to the discipline and learning objectives. Evaluate student performance accurately, fairly, and in a timely manner. Perform activities associated with laboratory instruction, fieldwork, studio courses, clinical assignments, or other experiential learning environments, when applicable. Maintain expertise in the discipline through ongoing scholarly, research, creative, and/or professional activities. Engage in service activities that support the department, college, university, profession, and community, as appropriate. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders in both written and oral formats. Adhere to university policies, academic standards, and professional expectations.