Internal Job Postings

Department of English - Temporary Faculty (TFAC) Pool

The University of South Carolina Aiken is collecting application materials for the Department of English Part-time Temporary Instructor Pool. 

Primary teaching responsibilities will be in the first-year composition sequence:

• ENGL A101 — Composition (3 credits). A course in the composing process with attention to invention, arrangement, and style and closely supervised practice in reading and writing. Students must complete ENGL A101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill English general education requirements.
• ENGL A102 — Composition and Literature (3 credits). A course in the writing of expository and critical essays with an introduction to literature and including a research paper. (Prerequisite: grade of C or better in ENGL A101.) Students must complete ENGL A102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill English general education requirements.
• Courses are taught primarily in person on the USC Aiken campus; opportunities to teach online sections may also be available for qualified candidates. Adjunct instructors are responsible for delivering instruction consistent with departmental course outcomes, holding regular student availability hours, providing timely feedback on student writing, maintaining accurate grade records, and submitting grades by university deadlines.

Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in English, or a master's degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in English. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching first-year composition at the college level
• Familiarity with process-based writing pedagogy and the teaching of research writing
• Experience using a learning management system (e.g., Blackboard) to support instruction
• Experience or demonstrated readiness to teach in online modalities

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis as TFACs are hired on a per semester basis and based on enrollment needs of the university.  To be considered for this pool, applicants must email the following to Dr. Matt Miller, Chair and Professor of English at [email protected]: a current CV; cover letter that addresses teaching experience, and unofficial graduate transcripts. Additional materials will be requested as needed.  Please direct additional questions to Dr. Matt Miller at 803-641-3208 or [email protected].  USCA is an AA/EOE.  We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

USCA’s Department of Computer Science, Engineering, & Mathematics is collecting application materials for a Part-time Temporary Mathematics Instructor Pool.  Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in Mathematics.

Requirements: Master’s degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in the perspective discipline is required. Teaching experience preferred. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis as TFACs are hired on a per semester basis and based on enrollment needs of the university. To be considered for this pool, applicants must email the following to the Department Chair, Dr. Mohammad Hailat at [email protected]: a current CV; cover letter that addresses teaching experience and philosophy; and unofficial graduate transcripts. Additional materials will be requested as needed.  Please direct additional questions to Dr. Mohammad Hailat at [email protected] or 803-641-3451. USCA is an AA/EOE.  We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

USCA is collecting application materials for the College of Sciences & Engineering Part-time Temporary Instructor Pool.  Applicants should be able to teach lower-level classes in one the following disciplines:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Math
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Computer Sciences
• Psychology

Master's degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in the perspective discipline is required. Teaching experience preferred. Both online and in-person positions may be available. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis as TFACs are hired on a per semester basis and based on enrollment needs of the university. To be considered for this pool, send a current CV; cover letter that addresses teaching experience, philosophy and discipline sought; and unofficial graduate transcripts, to Ryan Kearse at [email protected].  Additional materials will be requested as needed.  Additional questions may also be directed to Ryan Kearse at (803)-643-6996. USCA is an AA/EOE.  We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

USCA is collecting application materials for the School of Education Part-time Temporary Instructor Pool.  Applicants should be able to teach in one of the following disciplines:

Undergraduate

• Early Childhood Education
• Elementary Education
• Middle Level Education
• Secondary Education
• Special Education

Graduate

• Teacher Leadership
• Educational Leadership (Principal Certification)
• ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
• Gifted and Talented

For undergraduate level teaching: a master’s degree in teaching discipline or a master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline) is required.

For graduate level teaching: an earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline is required.

Teaching experience preferred. Online, in-person, and clinical/supervision positions may be available. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis as TFACs are hired on a per semester basis and based on enrollment needs of the university. To be considered for this pool, send a current CV; cover letter that addresses teaching experience, philosophy and discipline sought; and unofficial graduate transcripts, to Arlene DiPietro at [email protected].  Additional materials will be requested as needed.  Additional questions may also be directed to Arlene DiPietro at (803)-641-3483. USCA is an AA/EOE.  We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

USCA is collecting application materials for the Department of Sociology Part-time Temporary Instructor Pool.  Applicants should be able to teach classes in one the following disciplines:

• Sociology
• Criminology
• Criminal Justice
• Human Services
• African American Studies

Master's degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in the perspective discipline is required. Teaching experience preferred. Both online and in-person positions may be available. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis as TFACs are hired on a per semester basis and based on enrollment needs of the university. If the department does not have an immediate need to add candidates to their pool, applications remain in the queue for consideration until the need arises or for one year.  To be considered for this pool, applicants must email the following to the Department Chair, Dr. DeAnna Gore at [email protected]: a current CV; cover letter that addresses teaching experience, philosophy and discipline sought; and unofficial graduate transcripts. Additional materials will be requested as needed.  Please direct additional questions to Dr. DeAnna Gore at [email protected] or 803-641-3236. USCA is an AA/EOE.  We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

The overall focus of this position is to supervise the USCA Natatorium. Specific Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing assistance to Natatorium members, processing membership payments, monitoring and observing all member activity in the pool and on the deck, implementing emergency procedures when needed, and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Lifeguarding Certification (The USCA Department of Recreation and Wellness will pay for certification if you are not currently certified). You must be at least 16 years old.

Visit the Campus Recreation & Wellness website

To apply, contact Woodrow Price at [email protected] and include Lifeguard Certification, availability for this summer and/or fall (start/end dates, hours available, etc.) For additional questions, please call (803) 641-2853. USCA is an AA/EOE.  We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

The Teaching Assistant will implement instructional programs and ensure that the classroom practices meet the requirements of the Department of Social Services Licensing Standards of the Child Care and Development Block Program at the National Association for the Education of Young Children Accreditation.  Additionally, the successful candidate will also provide care for and interact with all children in a quality childcare setting at the USCA Children's Center. Hours to be determined. 

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Training or successfully complete both programs within 60 days of acceptance of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience in early childhood education.
• CDA credentials or an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. 
• Candidates without an Associate's Degree must be able to meet NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) minimum standards for assistant teachers to demonstrate appropriate knowledge of individual and group behavioral activities, teaching practices, lesson planning and student evaluation. 
• Competent computer skills (i.e. Excel, Microsoft Office) required. 

Benefits Information:  This position is eligible for insurance and retirement benefits. 

To be considered for this position, please submit a copy of your resume and a separate cover letter to Lynn Williams at [email protected]. USCA is an AA/EOE.  We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.