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Stephen F. Austin State University LECTURER - First-Year Writing in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Application must include a cover letter; CV; teaching portfolio of up to ten pages, including a brief statement of teaching philosophy and sample course materials (upload under Other Document); and three current recommendation letters.
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title LECTURER - First-Year Writing
Classification Title LECTURER
Rank Lecturer
Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Job Description
This is a full-time, nine-month, faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.
Essential Job Functions
Performs an equivalent of thirty teaching load credits ( TLC ) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, and advising.
Non-Essential Job Functions
Provides services to the university and the profession and engages in research/scholarly/creative activities.
May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge and practical experience in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.
Physical Demands
Required Education
Master’s degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required.
Required Experience and Training
Practical experience sufficient to teach at a university level, through teaching or profession, is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching at a university level is preferred.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Other Specifications
The Department of English and Creative Writing at Stephen F. Austin State University, a member of The University of Texas System, is accepting applications for two lecturers in first-year writing. The successful candidates will have substantial experience in teaching, assessing, and supporting first-year writing students, including those with developmental reading and writing needs. The primary responsibilities of this position are teaching first-year writing courses and coaching freshmen in our newly-designed developmental reading and writing lab. Depending on their expertise, lecturers sometimes also teach lower division courses in the English BA program. This position is not tenure-track; the contract is renewable annually dependent upon annual evaluation. The standard teaching load is 5-5 with a 4-4 load the first year and possible reassignment in the future for service responsibilities.
Candidates must have at minimum a M.A. in English or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in English by the time of employment. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of student-centered methods or evidence-based practices for undergraduate writing instruction. Expertise or experience in teaching 10th-12th grade writing, developmental reading or writing, or co-requisite models is a plus. Experience teaching film studies is also highly desirable. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development, particularly in the innovative use of technology to enhance the teaching of reading and writing.
Required Background Check Yes
Salary Information Commensurate with Experience
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility
This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F2024-044
Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants
Number of Vacancies 2
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 11/06/2024
Review Start Date 12/02/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application must include a cover letter; CV; teaching portfolio of up to ten pages, including a brief statement of teaching philosophy and sample course materials (upload under Other Document); and three current recommendation letters.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12267
Contact Information
Department English & Creative Writing
Contact Name Dr. Jason McIntosh
Contact Phone (936)468-2128
Contact Email Jason.McIntosh@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Will you have obtained a Master's degree by the start date of the position?
Yes
No
- What is your academic major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)
- How many years of experience do you have related to this position?
Less than 2 years
2 - 4 years
4 - 6 years
6 - 8 years
8 - 10 years
10+ years
- How many years of experience do you have teaching in higher education and in what field?
(Open Ended Question)
- If you have not had higher ed experience, please explain your interest in working in this environment.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Other Document
Teaching Philosophy
Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3
Optional Documents
Other Document 1