FT - Instructor-English

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Department Head of Humanities, Arts, and Interdisciplinary Studies, the FT English Faculty is

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.

(Teaching load is up to 15 credit hours per semester; may have release time to conduct research or other

duties.)

• Complete yearly Professional Development courses as defined by the school.
• Ability to use technology in the classroom as well as teaching 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 course and curriculum development, mentoring part-time faculty and students, as well as

providing service to the School and the University as assigned.

• Managing and supervising student-interns (when applicable).
• Serving the School, the University, and the profession and community as appropriate.
• 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.

Job Qualifications

Required Education and/or 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). Degree

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 strong commitment to cultural diversity.
• Experience with publishing and/or presenting research preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations

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.

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 is critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in 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.