High Point University

Adjunct Instructor, English

High Point University

High Point UniversityPart timePosted Aug 3, 2026

Job description

The High Point University Department of English is seeking to hire part-time instructors to teach first-year writing (FYW). The FYW curriculum is designed to engage students in active learning, a variety of research types, reflection, and a multimodal project. Applicants must have at least a Master’s Degree in English or related field and at least one year experience teaching FYW.

To apply, create an account through the HPU Career Center website and submit a CV, brief cover letter, and a selection of teaching materials that may include any of the following: a past or current FYW syllabus, an assignment sequence, sample of student writing and instructor feedback, teaching philosophy, and/or teaching evaluations.

For more information regarding this position please contact Dr. Bryan Vescio, Chair and Professor of English at bvescio@highpoint.edu.