English - Adjunct Pool for Early College in Springfield, Massachusetts

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Company Description: WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY is a vibrant public university located in the residential west side of Worcester, Massachusetts, the second largest city in New England and home to 38,000 college students at more than a dozen colleges and universities. Situated on a compact 58-acre campus, the University offers 50 undergraduate and graduate academic programs to more than 6,400 students annually. The Princeton Review ranks us as one of the 75 "Best Value" public colleges in the country, as well as a "Best in the Northeast" college. Of the 13 undergraduate public universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Worcester State University is one of only three to earn the latter distinction, which is largely based on academic quality and student surveys. Our tag line, "Change the way the world works," speaks to our commitment to graduating students who are not only prepared for work or further study, but who also have learned how they can make a difference. With a marketing slogan of "Academic excellence at an affordable price," the University strives to provide the best academic experience to students from all walks of life. Job Description: The English Department and Early College Program seeks qualified individuals to join our adjunct hiring pool to express their interest in future, part-time teaching assignments at Worcester State. Adjunct faculty members teach 3-credit undergraduate courses, typically at the introductory level. Faculty with experience teaching first year writing, business communications, and/or technical writing are preferred. Total credits will vary from 3 - 9 in the day division, DGCE, or a combination thereof. Requirements: Master's degree required; Ph. D. preferred. An M.Ed with at least 27+ graduate credits earned in English considered. College teaching experience is preferred. Experience with distance learning preferred. Must have a laptop and reliable internet access. Early College Classes typically meet in-person 2 to 3 times each week for 60 to 90 minutes per class, between 7:30am and 2:05pm at a local high school Additional Information: Worcester State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. It is the policy of Worcester State University that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by WSU, to be verified after an offer of employment has been made, and as part of the background check process. Prospective employees may submit a request for exemption based on a religious and/or medical basis, to Human Resources. Application submission to the part time adjunct faculty pool is open to qualified professionals who possess skills, education, and experience in academic and/or professional areas. Early College in Massachusetts is a statewide educational initiative that allows high school students (mostly juniors and seniors) to take strategically sequenced, tuition-free college classes while earning both high school and college credits. Adjunct faculty postings are for potential part-time, non-benefited, teaching positions during the 2020-2021 academic year. The applicant pool will be reviewed by the department chair, when searching for candidates to fill the position. Applicants for adjunct positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted by the department chair or their designee. Applicants should withdraw their application from the pool if they are no longer interested. Application Instructions: Please submit a CV, cover-letter (noting interest in day, evening, or both), a list of three professional references, and one letter of reference dated within the last 6 months. Educational background will be verified through the National Student Clearinghouse or through copies of original, sealed transcripts if selected for hire. Documents which cannot be uploaded to one's account may be sent via fax to 508.929.8169 or by mail to the following address: Director of Human Resources Worcester State University 486 Chandler Street Worcester, MA 01602-2597

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