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La Salle University

Adjunct Faculty, Translingual and Transcultural Literature

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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.

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211810 - Global Languages,Literature&Perspec and Art Position Summary The Department of Global Languages, Literatures, and Perspectives on our Philadelphia campus is seeking part-time adjunct instructors to teach literature courses for the BUSCA Program. Specifically, BUSCA students take LIT 100 (Translingual and Transcultural Literature), LIT 150 (Modern European and Latin American Writers), and LIT 250 (Selected Topics in Western Literature). Essential Duties Prepare meaningful lectures and class activities for the full duration of the published class time for each class period according to academic calendar. Create a syllabus that meets the Provost's Syllabus Checklist requirements. Create assessment activities that support the stated learning outcomes for the course. Address student questions in a timely and helpful manner. Use Canvas and other technology to enhance student learning. Support and follow University policies and procedures as well as those for the department. Attend faculty meetings. Submit grades and materials for assessment projects on or before stated deadlines. Communicate student concerns with personnel in the department. Required Qualifications Master's degree in English. Literature, Bilingual/Bicultural Studies, Education, or related field. Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of La Salle University. Preferred Qualifications Experience or training in teaching English Language Learners. Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours If hired for BUSCA, instructors must be available to teach from approximately 6:00-9:15 PM as it is a program for evening students. Special Instructions to Applicant La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered.
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Faculty Application Open Date:
06/30/2022