English - Adjunct Instructor

About Sacred Heart University As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn.

, campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computing & Engineering; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; and the Dr.

Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change in their own lives, professions, and communities.

Sacred Heart University has earned national recognition for academic excellence, student success, career outcomes, and campus experience. The Princeton Review recognized SHU in its Best 392 Colleges: 2027 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2027 Edition, while additional national recognitions highlight the University’s commitment to preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong success.

Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; Division I athletics; and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance, and theatre . www.sacredheart.edu View SHU’s Faculty Experts Here Sacred Heart University’s Department of English in the College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for Adjunct Instructors committed to engaging students through literature, writing, critical inquiry, and meaningful classroom discussion.

The Department of English offers a diverse curriculum in language, literature, culture, and creative expression. Our faculty foster a collaborative learning environment where students strengthen their written and oral communication, critical thinking, and literary analysis while exploring fundamental questions of the humanities and liberal arts.

Adjunct Instructors will primarily support courses within the University’s core curriculum, including First Year Writing Seminar , which develops foundational writing and communication skills for first-year students, and Experiencing Literature (ENG 201), which introduces students to literary expression from around the world through fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama while developing close reading, critical thinking, and analytical writing skills.

Together, these courses give Adjunct Instructors an opportunity to engage students across disciplines and strengthen the communication, analytical, and interpretive skills that support their academic and professional success.

Requirements

MA, MFA, Ph.D., or other appropriate graduate degree in English or a closely related field. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Ability to teach foundational writing and/or literature courses outside a narrow area of specialization. Prior college-level teaching experience preferred. Commitment to fostering a collegial and supportive learning environment that reflects the University’s mission and values.

Application Instructions: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and relevant examples from courses taught (if applicable). Upon offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to provide one formal letter of recommendation on professional letterhead and an official transcript reflecting their highest earned degree.

Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Peter M. Sinclair, Department Chair. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis based on the needs of the department. Online submissions only, please.

Compensation

& Benefits: The salary range for this position is $4,300–$5,400 per 3-credit course. Adjunct Instructors are not eligible to participate in the University’s employee health and welfare benefit programs; however, they are eligible to participate in Sacred Heart University’s 403(b) retirement plan, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the plan .

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.