School of Arts & Sciences/English & Foreign Languages Department Adjunct Instructor-1841

Campus

LANGSTON

Contact Name & Email

nika wilson, luhumanresources@langston.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

6 months or less

Hiring Range

Determined by class size and number of courses

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter, official transcript(s) and contact three professional recommendation letters.

About this Position

Position Overview: Langston University’s English and Foreign Languages Department is currently seeking qualified instructors to teach courses in English and Spanish and contribute to the academic mission of Langston University. Courses will be offered primarily  in person, with the potential option for online, depending on departmental needs.

Adjunct Professors will deliver high-quality instruction, engage students in meaningful learning experiences, and contribute to the academic mission of Langston University. Courses will be offered primarily in person, with the potential option for some online instruction, depending on departmental needs.

Why Join Langston University?

• Be part of a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service
• Inspire and mentor students in a student-centered learning environment
• Flexible teaching load ideal for working professionals
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued success of Oklahoma’s only Historically Black College/University (HBCU)

Key Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses in assigned specialization areas of English or Spanish; develop and deliver course material that meet departmental and university standards; foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that supports diverse learners; assess student performance through assignments, exams, and other evaluative, multimodal measures; and hold office hours.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a master’s degree in the discipline for which the applicant is applying (e.g. English or foreign language (Spanish), college teaching experience preferred; (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• ability to demonstrate use of technology in the classroom
• ability to communicate well and employ teaching methods that engage students from traditionally underrepresented populations to support student development and foster academic excellence.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject matter and the ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate level.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Student-centered and outcomes-driven teaching philosophy
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to remain current in the discipline’s evolving body of knowledge
• A collaborative, innovative mindset and willingness to contribute to departmental initiatives
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogy and culturally responsive teaching
• Commitment to fostering academic excellence and supporting student development.
• Dedication to supporting nontraditional, first-generation, and underrepresented student populations
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Experience with online or hybrid teaching environments.
• Familiarity with culturally responsive teaching practices.

Work Modality

• Primary modality: In-person instruction
• Possible opportunities for online as determined by departmental needs.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Ph.D./Ed.D., or other terminal degree in closely related field.
• Evidence of teaching excellence and/or industry experience 

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Evidence of teaching excellence and/or industry experience