Salem College is hiring: Adjunct: Composition I (English and Writing Studies) in

Adjunct: Composition I (English and Writing Studies)

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About Salem Academy And College

Salem Academy and College is the oldest continuously operating educational institution for girls and women in the country. Since 1772, the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate women’s education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all, Salem has a rich 252‑year‑old history and a long‑standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally, nationally and globally through liberal arts education.

Salem Academy is a boarding and day college preparatory school with a focus on interdisciplinary learning using STEAM, wellness and leadership. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders. Salem College has more than 40 full‑time faculty and over 150 staff members who support approximately 500 students including full‑time undergraduates, part‑time students and graduate students. In 2023, Salem received a second $5M anonymous philanthropic gift equaling its largest in history focused on enabling our health leadership transformation. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better, healthier and more equitable place.

Niche lists Salem Academy as the No. 1 boarding school in North Carolina and No. 5 college prep high school in North Carolina as well as the No. 1 college prep school in the Greensboro/High Point/Winston‑Salem, NC area. Salem Academy has students from more than 10 states and 5 countries. Over 85% of the faculty and staff have a master’s degree or higher. Courses are taught at the college prep, honors, AP and dual enrollment levels. The unique partnership and shared campus with Salem College allows for collaboration with college faculty/staff on curriculum ideas, club activities and more.

Recognized by the U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly, and the New York Times Magazine as a top liberal arts college in the nation, Salem College continues to lead among liberal arts colleges in social mobility and economic diversity. In 2023, U.S. News & World Report ranked Salem College #2 among all national liberal arts colleges in America as a top performer for social mobility. Salem performed as one of the best liberal arts colleges with the highest percentage of Pell‑eligible students graduating in four years. Out of 286 colleges in the country, the New York Times Magazine ranked Salem College as #2 for economic diversity – enrolling more economically disadvantaged students than its peers. In another 2023 national ranking, Washington Monthly ranked Salem College as #4 in the nation for Pell‑eligible graduation rate, #8 in the country for earning performance, #14 best bang for your buck college in the southeast, and #24 best liberal arts college in the U.S.

Salem Academy and College is located in Winston‑Salem, North Carolina, a vibrant college town known as the “City of Arts and Innovation.” Winston‑Salem is a lively academic community, home to six institutions of higher education and more than 26,000 students. Winston‑Salem has a collaborative and engaged academic community with strong private and public schools, excellent healthcare systems, and affordable housing. The Winston‑Salem area also offers a rich variety of cultural opportunities and has a vibrant art and restaurant scene. Within a few hours of campus are mountains for skiing, camping, or hiking; rivers for whitewater rafting; and the beautiful ports and beaches of North and South Carolina.

Position Summary

The English and Writing Studies program at Salem College is seeking qualified candidates for an adjunct faculty position to teach an introductory‑level writing course for the Spring 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, engaging instruction to undergraduate students.
• Develop and update syllabi, assignments, and course materials.
• Assess student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Hold regular office hours to assist students.
• Adhere to department and college policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English, Composition and Rhetoric, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience teaching first‑year writing or composition at the college level.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English, Composition and Rhetoric, or a related field.
• Experience with and commitment to teaching a diverse student population.
• Familiarity with online learning management systems, such as Canvas.
• Experience teaching writing across different modalities (e.g., in‑person, online, hybrid).

Physical Functions

While performing the responsibilities of the adjunct English instructor, the employee is required to sit for varying lengths of time; bend, reach, lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally stand, walk, and kneel and regularly ascend/descend stairs; use hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard; perform extended periods of work at a computer workstation; view a computer monitor; perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction; receive detailed information through oral communication; express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word; and work in an office setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Salem College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact

For questions, please contact Katie Manthey, katie.manthey@salem.edu