INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ENGLISH at Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
About the Job
INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ENGLISH
Posting Number - F0432
This position is open to - Open to All Applicants
Job Title - INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ENGLISH
Position Title/Rank - INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ENGLISH
Department - English and Philosophy
Position Type - Faculty
Employment Status - Full-Time-Faculty
Salary Minimum - $59,452.00 per 9 months
Open Date - 09/20/2024
Close Date - 10/31/2024
Open Until Filled - No
Job Description Summary
Faculty in this tenure-track position will teach a minimum of fifteen (15) lecture-equated hours per regular semester, principally in the area of college-level composition. Teaching assignments may vary based on department need and can range from developmental writing courses through transfer-credit English courses. Course assignments could be split between Del Mar College campuses in the Corpus Christi area in response to institutional need.
English faculty are required to work with students of varied backgrounds, including traditional, nontraditional, and dual-credit/early-college students; to maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement; to develop appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community; and to meet all fundamental responsibilities for faculty as outlined in Del Mar College policy.
Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Detail oriented with excellent time-management skills.
Ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
Ability to teach and to communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.
Ability to contribute to the overall mission of the College.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in English.
Preferred Qualifications
Combination of the following:
Master's degree in English, Composition/Rhetoric, or closely related field.
Additional education and/or experience in English, Composition/Rhetoric, or closely related field.
Knowledge of current writing theory and practice.
Qualifications to teach developmental English (Bachelor's degree in English, English Education, or related field; or graduate work in courses directly related to teaching composition/adult learners; or one (1) academic year teaching developmental English full-time; or one (1) year teaching full-time in the discipline at the secondary education level.)
Willingness to teach at multiple campuses and/or off-site locations.
Excellent written communication skills and relevant professional experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The College is committed to diversity in its workforce.
Job Duties
Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes.
Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need.
Meet professional assignments in accordance with the College calendar.
Teach assigned classes and laboratories according to the schedule.
Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods and schedule of work.
Hold scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students so there is a clearer understanding of the students' work and the possibility of improvement.
Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures.
Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials.
Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
Review, evaluate, and revise assessments of program and institutional student learning outcomes and program practices to bring about action plans devised to implement systemic improvement in programs and assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and requirements of business/industry and higher education.
Participate in the self- evaluation process.
Establish goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the department chair.
Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.
Assist in academic advising of declared majors. Assist with marketing programs and recruiting students.
Serve on committees. Accept special assignments occasionally.
Participate in scheduled institutional activities which include convocation and graduation ceremonies.
Participate in department, divisional, and College meetings.
Participate in College-related activities such as registration and selection of faculty.
Participate in activities required to maintain program and College accreditation standards.
Participate in the College planning process by assisting in the formulation of goals and objectives and budget priorities.
Participate in business and/or community activities that promote the mission of the College.
To apply, visit: https://dmcjobs.delmar.edu/postings/27420
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