ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary:

The English Program at Colorado Mesa University invites applications for a Visiting Instructor of English. Candidates are expected to teach the department’s current offerings in first-year composition, introduction to literature, and mythology. The ideal candidate will have pedagogical experience teaching first-year writing and lower-division literature courses that support students' development of college-level reading and writing skills. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester; some assigned courses may be taught on-line, hybrid, or via distance delivery modalities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Job responsibilities include the following, with other duties potentially assigned:

• Teach first year writing courses, primarily ENGL 1111 and 112. - Teach other courses as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualified applicants will possess the following:

• MA in English or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively.
• Successful experience teaching first year composition courses.
• Graduate level course work in composition and literature.
• Effective interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Desire and ability to work collaboratively with university faculty and staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in English or related field.
• Theoretical background in composition instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to teach first year composition and lower level literature courses.

Salary:

$55,000

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• Names and contact information of three (3) professional references
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Direct Inquiries Contact: Tiffany Kinney, tkinney@coloradomesa.edu.

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.

The English Program at Colorado Mesa University invites applications for a Visiting Instructor of English. Candidates are expected to teach the department’s current offerings in first-year composition, introduction to literature, and mythology. The ideal candidate will have pedagogical experience teaching first-year writing and lower-division literature courses that support students' development of college-level reading and writing skills. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester; some assigned courses may be taught on-line, hybrid, or via distance delivery modalities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Job responsibilities include the following, with other duties potentially assigned:Teach first year writing courses, primarily ENGL 1111 and 112. - Teach other courses as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualified applicants will possess the following:MA in English or related field. Demonstrated ability to teach effectively. Successful experience teaching first year composition courses. Graduate level course work in composition and literature. Effective interpersonal communication and organizational skills. Desire and ability to work collaboratively with university faculty and staff. Preferred Qualifications:PhD in English or related field. Theoretical background in composition instruction. Demonstrated ability to teach first year composition and lower level literature courses. Salary: $55,000 Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

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