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Position Title
College Composition, English, and/or Literacy Adjunct Faculty Pool
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FT/PT
Part Time
Hours Per Week
3 hours a week in class (or online) per 3-credit course and additional hours for grading and course prep
Work Schedule
Morning, Afternoon, Evening / Flexible (online)
Position Salary Range
See adjunct salary schedule below
Summary
This posting is a pool for those interested in teaching college level Composition (ENGL 121), College Composition support/corequisite courses (similar to developmental writing), Literature, and/or Information Literacy (INFO 100) courses offered at HCC. Together, these courses cover all levels of reading and writing skills for students as well as researching and using information. The Department Head, Course Coordinators, and ENGL Program Manager will review applicants for these positions when a need arises.
ENGL 121 College Composition: this transfer-level writing course teaches students to develop and apply rhetorical knowledge for creating effective text-based communication. Students develop critical inquiry and multi-stage writing processes in order to contribute productively, effectively, and ethically to the social and collaborative practices of academic and other discourses.
ENGL 021: Academic Reading and Writing: At HCC, developmental writers are placed directly into ENGl 121: College Composition, though they are also enrolled in ENGL: 021, a course designed to support their success. This course, which is closely aligned with the College Composition curriculum, employs an integrated reading and writing approach to help students develop confidence and proficiency in the areas of academic reading, research, and writing.The course also addresses common barriers to student success. These sections are paired with individual ENGL 121 sections taught by the same instructor; applicants with experience in either or both College Composition and Developmental Writing are encouraged to apply, and curricular support will be provided.
INFO 100: teaches students a core of information literacy and critical thinking skills that will transfer to other coursework and will help them to reach academic and professional goals. Students will learn and refine strategies for college success and will strengthen their capacity for effective academic and professional communication and use of information resources.
Literature: these courses include American Literature, African American Literature, Asian American Literature, Latin American Literature, Middle Eastern Literature, Ethics of Literature, Literature by and about Women, Literature in Film, Children's Literature, Poetry, World Literature, The Short Story, and others.
Adjunct faculty may teach 1-3 courses each semester, depending on schedule and availability. In the English Department at HCC, adjunct faculty are considered part of the campus community: they are paired with experienced mentors, supported with curricular materials, invited to participate in professional development (including Faculty and Professional Learning Communities), and there may be opportunities to engage in certain faculty teams or special projects. There may be added opportunities to work as an embedded tutor and/or tutor students in our tutoring center.
Essential Role Responsibilities
For assigned course, prepare the course materials, prepare and update the learning management system course site (Canvas), attend required faculty/staff meetings, complete required trainings, meet with students as needed, grade/assess student work, deliver quality instruction, and meet other employment related requirements from the division and the college.
To view our current compensation, please visit the webpage at:
https://www.howardcc.edu/media/howardcc/about/office-departments/documents/AdjunctPayRates.pdf
Minimum Education Required
Master's degree
Experience Required
Master's degree in composition, creative writing, curriculum & instruction, English, literacy, literature, professional writing, reading, or other related fields
• A master's degree or higher is required
• Prior teaching experience preferred
• Available to teach in a face-to-face and/or online classroom environment
Ability to learn to use a learning management system (Canvas) for course information, assignments, and grades
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demand Summary
Division
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Department
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
NB138P
Number of Vacancies
15
Best Consideration Date
12/30/2025
Job Open Date
04/01/2025
Job Close Date
Continuous Recruitment?
Yes
Applicant Instructions
*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.
HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.
Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2923
EEO Statement
Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
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