Instructor of English

Job Title

Instructor of English

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

English & Languages

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of English and Languages at Tarleton State University is seeking a passionate and dedicated Instructor of English to teach first-year writing and sophomore literature courses. Our department offers a dynamic range of programs and is committed to providing high-quality undergraduate and graduate education while fostering a strong sense of community, scholarly excellence, and student success.

This is a 9-month non-tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. 

 

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, mentor undergraduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.  

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
 

100% Teaching and Service:  

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum. 

• Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc. 

• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements. 

• Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning. 

• Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring. 

• Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities. 

• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.  

• Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.  

• Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement. 

• Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty. 

 

Minimum Requirements: 

• Earned masters degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English