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Application must include a cover letter; CV; a list of three references; and a teaching portfolio of no more than ten pages, including a brief statement of teaching philosophy and sample teaching materials. Teaching materials should be uploaded under Other Document.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title VISITING LECTURER - First Year Writing

Classification Title

Rank Lecturer

Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Job Description

This is a full-time, nine-month or semester faculty appointment depending on the circumstances. Responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

Essential Job Functions

1. Performs an equivalent of thirty teaching load credits ( TLC ) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.

2. May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, and advising.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. Provides services to the university and the profession and engages in research/scholarly/creative activities.

2. May supervise the work of student assistants.

3. May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.

4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge and practical experience in the field in which the individual will be teaching.

2. Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.

3. Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.

4. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

5. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Master’s degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required.

Required Experience and Training

Practical experience sufficient to teach at a university level, through teaching or profession, is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching at a university level is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Other Specifications

The Department of English and Creative Writing at Stephen F. Austin State University, a member of The University of Texas System, is accepting applications for three visiting lecturers in first-year writing for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidates will have experience in teaching, assessing, and supporting first-year writing students. The primary responsibilities of this position are teaching first-year writing courses and engaging in team-based departmental professional development activities. This position is not tenure-track; the contract duration is from Sept 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026. The workload entails a 4-4 teaching load plus service responsibilities related to classroom support, data analysis, and professional development.

Candidates must have at minimum a M.A. in English or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in English by the time of employment. Experience in teaching first-year writing, 10th-12th grade writing, developmental reading or writing, and/or co-requisite models is desirable. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development, particularly in the innovative use of technology to enhance the teaching of reading and writing.

We seek three motivated and creative instructors to support our growing first-year program. This is a good opportunity to gain experience in a collegial department working with a forward-thinking team of rhetoric and composition experts within a state-of-the art first-year writing program.

Required Background Check Yes

Salary Information Hiring Salary - $48,000

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F2025-019

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Vacancies 3

Desired Start Date 09/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary) 05/31/2026

Posting Open Date 06/09/2025

Review Start Date

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application must include a cover letter; CV; a list of three references; and a teaching portfolio of no more than ten pages, including a brief statement of teaching philosophy and sample teaching materials. Teaching materials should be uploaded under Other Document.

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/13092

Contact Information

Department English & Creative Writing

Contact Name Elizabeth Tasker Davis

Contact Phone (936)468-2319

Contact Email [email protected]

Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Which of the following best represents your education background?

+ Completed High School Diploma or GED

+ Completed some college

+ Completed Associates Degree

+ Completed Bachelor's Degree

+ Completed Master's Degree

+ Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD

+ * What is your academic major/minor?

(Open Ended Question)

+ * What is the content discipline in which you have at least 18 graduate semester hours?

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Briefly list your area(s) of research or teaching expertise.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Cover Letter

+ List of References

+ Other Document

Optional Documents

+ Transcript(s)