• Part-Time Instructor of English

    Texas A&M University System (Canyon, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Part-Time Instructor of English

     

    Agency

     

    West Texas A&M University

     

    Department

     

    English, Philosophy & Modern Languages

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    Canyon, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Faculty

    Job Description

    NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

    Job Summary:

    The College of Fine Arts and Humanities has an opening for a Part-Time Instructor of English. This position would teach English courses, including Composition I, Composition II, and Technical Writing courses. Courses usually taught face-to-face, scheduled during regular working hours.

    Work Performed:

    Teach 1 or more English writing courses per semester, usually Composition and Technical Writing, usually face-to-face, and depending on departmental need. Faculty are expected to become familiar with and adhere to the online and written components of our departmental syllabi and assignments, respond to student questions promptly (within 24 business hours), and maintain regular grades in our online gradebook.

    Necessary Qualifications:

    MA or equivalent in English.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Experience in and enthusiasm for teaching post-secondary Composition I, Composition II, or Technical Writing courses. Pedagogical creativity and innovation a plus.

    Applicant Instructions:

    We require the following:

    + Letter of interest or cover letter

    + Curriculum Vitae

    + Contact information of three professional references

     

    Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application. Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at [email protected] .

     

    Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

     

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

     

    Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

     

    The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits (https://www.wtamu.edu/business-finance/human-resources/benefits.html)

    For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:

    Search Committee Chair: Bonnie Roos

     

    Department: EPML

     

    Phone: 806-651-2465

     

    Email: [email protected]

     

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

     

    Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.