English Faculty

About the role

A full-time faculty member is responsible for delivering instruction in various formats (on-line, in person, video-conferencing, or any combination of methods) in the discipline(s) for which they have been employed. Instruction may take place at any of the college’s campuses, at a clinical partner facility, or at a designated temporary location. Faculty also provide academic advising and facilitate student success. Technology tools are routinely used to communicate with and support students. Faculty participate in divisional and institutional activities related to the college’s mission, engage with communities of interest, and promote college programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction and evaluate student learning in all instructional delivery formats offered by the specific department at the college and at any of its teaching locations.
• Teach a minimum of 15 hours per week and hold in person and virtual office hours as defined in College Policy.
• Maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Be responsible for course and, when appropriate, laboratory preparation.
• Participate in curriculum and program development, revision, and evaluation.
• Provide academic advising to students with an emphasis on retention and success.
• Remain current in the teaching area(s) through appropriate professional development activities.
• Participate on divisional and institutional committees.
• Collaborate in building and maintaining relationships within and beyond the institution.
• Contribute appropriately to pursuit and achievement of program, division, and institutional mission and strategy.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in English or a master’s degree in a similar discipline with at least 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in English.
• College teaching experience is desirable.
• Doctorate and higher education experience preferred.

Qualifications

• The ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English and in the language in which the course is taught.
• The knowledge and/or experience to instruct using a variety of instructional delivery modes.
• The ability to relate to a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• The ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and community members.
• The ability to function effectively as a member of a team.

Skills

• The ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English and in the language in which the course is taught.
• The knowledge and/or experience to instruct using a variety of instructional delivery modes.
• The ability to relate to a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• The ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and community members.
• The ability to function effectively as a member of a team.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

9-month term position located primarily on the Columbia Campus.

About Columbia State Community College

Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine-county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents. Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: Vacation and Sick Leave, 14 paid holidays, Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, Retirement plans, Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans, Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents.