Austin Peay State University

Part - time Instructor (Pool) - Languages & Literature - English Composition & World Literature

601 College Street, Clarksville, TN 37044

Part-time

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Austin Peay State University is currently seeking part-time, temporary instructors in the
area of English Composition and World Literature. The Department offers both online
and on-campus courses.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Teach English Composition I, English Composition II, or Traditions in World Literature
depending on the needs of the department.

Physical Requirements

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force
frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Required Minimum Qualifications

- MA in English, MFA in Creative Writing, or MA in a related field with at least 18 graduate
hours in English.
- A background search will be required of the successful applicant.

Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcript
3. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents
1. Letter of Recommendation 1
2. Letter of Recommendation 2
3. Letter of Recommendation 3

The number of adjunct instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV/Resume. If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to “facultyapplications@apsu.edu” or hard copy to “Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044” with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed. If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of applicants and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. It is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application. You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after it has been submitted. Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu