Adjunct Writing Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Lakeland University , a liberal arts institution, seeks qualified adjunct instructors to teach  Composition I: Academic Writing and/or Composition II: Research Writing  at our main campus for the Fall, 2026 term. The class is scheduled to meet three days a week on our main campus in Plymouth, Wisconsin.

A competitive stipend is offered. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in English, writing, or associated field. Preferred qualities include effective experience in teaching academic writing to first-generation and academically underprepared students and a positive, encouraging mindset.

For consideration, please apply now with a letter of interest, current resume, contact information for three references and copies of transcripts for highest applicable degree earned. Review of applications will begin immediately.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

All Lakeland staff members are expected to:

• Demonstrate in their words and actions an appreciation for the history of Lakeland University and a commitment to its stated mission.
• Represent unequivocally in their behavior the stated values of the University.
• Be good stewards of the University's resources, including its personnel and the goodwill of its friends, its alumni, and local community.
• Work collaboratively (as opposed to competitively) with their peers to meet objectives and achieve our goals.
• Keep their supervisor appropriately informed.
• Be forthright and honest in their communication with all members of the university community.
• Treat all members in a manner of teamwork and respect.
• Acts in a manner that sets the standard for service in higher education and the core principles of Lakelanders Excelling at Professionalism (LEAP) show respect, communicate and be positive.
• Advise their supervisor with respect to all matters that require their attention, including their own performance.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lakeland University does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Lakeland University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.