ADJUNCT, ENGLISH

JOB TITLE:                Adjunct Instructor - English

DEPARTMENT:          English

REPORTS TO:           Writing Program Administrator

UNIVERSITY MISSION: Rochester Christian University prepares students for professional and personal success as they serve in God's world.

POSITION SUMMARY: Teach one or more General Education English courses (composition or literature) during the 2026-2027 academic year on the main campus, online, or at one of the offsite campuses for an Early College program.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Master’s degree in English or related subject area
• Previous teaching experience preferred with evidence of effective teaching

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate with the program manager to develop a syllabus.
• Effectively plan meaningful class activities and assignments to achieve curricular objectives.
• Fulfill adjunct duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
• Communicate clearly and effectively.
• Update Canvas regularly: student work, notes, etc.
• Make course materials available to students on Canvas
• Interact with a variety of individuals in a courteous and fair manner.
• Manage time while keeping up-to-date on departmental and college policies, procedures, and practices in order to provide accurate information or assistance to

  students.

• Evaluate students’ progress, and report outcomes.

• Promote an inclusive Rochester through demonstration of the Diversity Statement.

• Participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion both individually and as related to one’s field of work, profession or discipline.

• Support the University’s mission: Indicators of this support include a demonstrated personal faith in Jesus Christ and being active in a local church.

• Promote the University’s Ethos and employee Standards of Conduct.