Geneva College·Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania
The instructor is responsible for teaching English Composition (English 101) by preparing course materials, delivering lessons, and providing fair assessment of student progress. Additionally, the role requires attending core writing program faculty meetings and maintaining consistent communication with students.
Geneva College invites applications for part-time English Composition Instructor in the Department of Core Studies. The position begins August 24, 2026, and will remain open, until filled.
Following is a complete job description with required skills, abilities, education, and experience. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications should submit the following information for consideration.
Application materials are required to include the following items below. Any application that does not include these items, may not be considered.
A. A Vita/CV B. Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies will be required before being appointed)
Responsible for providing effective instruction in English Composition (English 101) to students through well prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress. Responsible for attending at least two meetings per semester of the core writing program faculty.
(These essential responsibilities are those the individual must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.)
A. Teach assigned sections, designing the course in consultation with the first-year English coordinator. B. Attend at least two meetings per semester with the core writing program faculty. Meetings for collaboration will be available once a month throughout the semester.
Exhibits behavior that is consistent with and supportive of Geneva’s mission, vision, core values, and standards of conduct:
Geneva College is a Christ-centered academic community that provides a comprehensive education to equip students for faithful and fruitful service to God and neighbor. 2.
Vision
Statement: Geneva College will inspire students to integrate faith in Christ into all aspects of life in the real world, and to serve faithfully within their callings for Christ and Country. 3.
Core
Values: 1. Serve with grace. 2. Pursue Godly wisdom. 3. Foster academic strength. 4. Engage culture faithfully. 5. Inspire vibrant hospitality. 6. Honor one another. 4.
Standards of
Conduct: Employees of Geneva College will affirm upon hire, and annually thereafter, their promise to abide by the College’s Standard of Conduct Policy. All employees must conduct their personal affairs so there can be no opportunity for unfavorable reflections upon the Christian beliefs and mission of the College, either expressed or implied. It is expected that employees will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with biblical standards, values, and character. These standards of personal conduct do not apply to family members and/or friends of the employee.
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Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed or are able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations in order to safely perform the essential responsibilities of the job. 2.
Must be able to perform the following: talking, hearing, and seeing. Must have sufficient manual dexterity to be able to operate all office equipment including, but not limited to computers, printers, copiers, scanners, and telephones. 3.
Individuals must recognize that management of data, including personal information, grades, budgets, programs, and policies is necessary to the operation of the College. Such information must be kept private and confidential for the protection of the College and to obey Federal and/or State laws. Should there be doubt as to whether a certain matter is to be protected, it should be discussed with your supervisor before making a disclosure. 4.
Must be able to reason, analyze, prioritize, conceptualize, make judgments, and solve problems.
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Market context
Adjunct English roles in Pennsylvania are often tied to course-by-course staffing needs, so openings can appear when colleges need coverage for composition, literature, or writing-intensive classes. Competition is shaped by teaching experience, writing assessment skills, and alignment with the institution’s Christian mission; this posting also requires a master’s degree, prior experience teaching and evaluating student writing, and active membership in a Protestant evangelical Christian church. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit and prepare examples of your teaching and grading approach.