Instructor of English

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary:

The Instructor of English is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty member of the Department of Languages, Literature, and Mass Communications. This role is renewable and has the possibility of promotion in rank based on performance.

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

The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester, likely consisting of three composition courses and one course in either French or linguistics. Teaching is primarily in-person but may include online, hybrid, and/or distance delivery modalities.

Salary:

$48,000 - $50,000

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

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

 

Required:

• MA in English.
• Experience in either French or linguistics, including at least 18 hours of graduate-level credits in either field.
• Documentation of successful experience teaching composition and French or linguistics at the college/university level.
• Evidence of excellence in working with undergraduate students.

 

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
• 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: Kristen Hague, khague@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.