Full Time English Instructor - Community College Faculty

contribute to creating a departmental and college culture of excellence, accountability, and respect. We value collaboration, empathy, direct communication, and a sense of humor with each other and with our students. Our program offers opportunities to teach Composition 1 and 2, developmental writing, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, and literature, including American Literature survey courses. In addition to subject matter and instructional expertise and a rapport with students, the ideal candidates will bring energy, passion, and resilience to their work here. If this sounds like a college where you'd like to teach and a department you'd like to join, we encourage you to apply! Full time faculty teach a base of 30 credits per academic year. While instructional responsibilities are primary, full time faculty will participate in program planning, assessment and reporting, service to the department and the college, and continuous professional development. Position responsibilities, knowledge and abilities: Strong discipline expertise and the ability to teach a variety of English courses, primarily including College Composition 1 College Composition 2, with occasional writing for specific purposes and literature courses. Courses are taught at a variety of times and/or delivery modes including days, evenings, fully in-person, online asynchronous, and blended/hybrid in-person/online formats. Design and teach courses in the English program using teaching methods that support the success of diverse students. Assess student learning and academic achievement at the course, department/program, and college levels. Participate regularly in department meetings and in department responsibilities such as course scheduling, program reviews, program assessment, curricula development, transfer relationships and external partnerships. Available and willing to be actively engaged in the college community and student success activities, such as supplemental advising for declared English Transfer Pathway students and promoting career exploration in related fields. Participate in service to the college and the greater community, such as college-wide committees and community and professional networks. Participate in achieving annual college, division, and departmental priorities. Continually develop expertise in the advances of teaching college writing and composition, and maintain currency in the discipline of English. There are four openings for the Full Time English Instructor at Saint Paul College. Salary Range: Please note that the full salary range for a nine-month, academic year appointment is $43,067 - $94,542; initial salary placement for new Minnesota State College faculty is between $43,067 and $71,893, depending on academic credentials and years of creditable professional experience. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree with a major in English or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in English. Preferred Qualifications: Earned doctorate or terminal degree in English, writing, composition and rhetoric, literature, or a closely related field. Three years of teaching experience at the community college level or five years teaching experience at the college level. Evidence of active and continuous professional development in postsecondary teaching and learning. Demonstrated understanding of the mission, values, challenges and student populations of community and technical colleges. Required Application Materials: Please ensure you have the following items submitted with your application: Resume/CV, Transcripts, Cover Letter, References Applicant resumes and cover letters should address the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position. If your skills match the required skill for this position, the department may contact you. Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous employers. Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visas at our institution. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work): Monday - Friday; Days and evenings. Telework (Yes/No): Online asynchronous courses may comprise part of the instructional assignment each term. All full time faculty members teach at least one course on campus, or the equivalent combination of Blended/Hybrid courses each semester.