Reporting to the Department Head of Humanities, Arts, and Interdisciplinary Studies, English Faculty are responsible
for teaching a variety of introductory and upper-level undergraduate Composition, Rhetoric, Creative Writing, or
Literature courses. Teaching flexibility is highly desired.
Essential Job Functions:
- Teaching all levels of undergraduate Composition, Rhetoric, Creative Writing, and Literature courses. (Full time teaching load is up to 15 credit hours per semester; may have release time to conduct research or other
duties. Adjunct teaching load is up to 9 credit hours per semester; Adjuncts are not eligible for release time.)
- Ability to use technology in the classroom as well as the ability to teach online courses as needed.
- Advising students (when applicable).
- Effectively managing the classroom environment.
- Developing, maintaining, and submitting accurate, timely, and complete records (attendance, assignments,
grades, end-of-course reports, etc.).
- Participating in the course and curriculum development.
- Managing and supervising student-interns (when applicable).
Other duties as assigned. Note: This job description is not intended to provide all duties that may be required
of the position, as other duties may be required of this position.
Education and/or Work Experience:
- Earned Master’s Degree in English, MFA in Creative Writing (with at least 18 credit hours of English-related
classes), or a Ph.D. in English or related field (with at least 18 credit hours of English-related classes).
Degrees must be from an accredited institution of higher learning.
- Graduate-level coursework must include Composition and Rhetoric courses.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Teaching experience at the university level preferred.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated understanding and a strong commitment to cultural diversity.
Other Competencies:
Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization. Vision,
commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence are critical. Strong oral and written
presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in the organization,
decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
Physical Demands:
Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying. Specific
vision abilities include the ability to use close vision. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use
hands and fingers to handle or feel.
- Experience with publishing and/or presenting research preferred.
Must possess the minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on
Colleges (SACSCOC), which normally includes at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area or
suitable approved justifications.
Preferred
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Experience with publishing and/or presenting research preferred.
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Teaching experience at the university level preferred.
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Graduate-level coursework must include Composition and Rhetoric courses.
Preferred
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PHD or better in English
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Doctorate or better in English
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Masters or better in English
Preferred
Preferred
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Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
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Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
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Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
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Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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