Instructor, English - 9/10 Month (Term)

Nashville State Community College

Job Description

 

 

Instructor, English – 9/10 Month (Term)

 
 
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for preparing and delivering quality instruction in the course subject in an equitable environment.

 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach courses via on-ground, online, hybrid or web-enhanced delivery modes as assigned. Teach a minimum of 15 hours and hold in-person and virtual office hours as defined in College policy. Work with Course Leads, Department Chair, and Dean to ensure consistent and equitable student experiences. Utilize the colleges learning management system to provide accurate and updated course materials to students. Submit updated and accurate syllabi prior to the first day of class.

Regularly check NSCC email and departmental mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 24 hours except on the weekend. Complete all required reports such as attendance, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions; administer and return questionnaires and student outcome assessments by the required deadlines. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the registrar.
Provide academic advising to students with an emphasis on retention and success.

Remain current in the teaching area(s) through appropriate professional development activities. Actively participate on committees within the Department of English and Reading, the School of Arts and Humanities, and college-wide committees. Collaborate in building and maintaining relationships within and beyond the institution. Engage in departmental institutional effectiveness activities. Comply with all college and TBR policies and guidelines.

 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Masters degree in English, English Composition, Writing, or Literature; OR a masters degree in another discipline and at least 18 graduate hours in English, English Composition, Writing, or Literature; or an MFA in Creative Writing

 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Documented experience teaching at the college level

Demonstrated commitment to equity and accessibility

Demonstrated understanding of the community college mission and needs of the student population

Documented experience with developmental instruction with graduate coursework in developmental education

Documented experience teaching Composition I and II, Learning Support/Developmental Writing and
Learning Support/Developmental Reading

Documented experience teaching English courses in a variety of modalities including in-person, hybrid, virtual and asynchronously online

Demonstrated experience incorporating current technologies into teaching

Terminal degree in English, Composition or Creative Writing

 
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 
Ability to teach at other campuses in the Colleges service area. Knowledge of and experience teaching using a variety of instructional delivery modes. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively and collaboratively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and relevant instructional technologies.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Rate of Pay: $40,000 to $45,200 annually, depending on experience

Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Nashville State offers flexible work arrangements for positions that qualify.
 
 

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