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Form of workThe Department of Language and Letters offers an AA in Liberal Arts and a Certificate of Literary Editing and Publishing. Additionally, departmental faculty teach general education courses in English and Communication. This position focuses on Co-Requisite English instruction as the college is transitioning from traditional developmental courses into full scale implementation of the Co-Requisite model. In the Co-Requisite model, students who do not test into college level English are placed into the first college-level course (ENGL 1110) and required to take a co-requisite supportive course (ENGL 109N) that reinforces their efforts to master the necessary college level reading and writing skills and pass the college level course.Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop curriculum and teach courses within the Co-Requisite model (ENGL 1110 Composition I and the supportive ENGL 109N courses).
- Collaborate with other faculty to team teach the Co-Requisite courses and develop resources for continued course development.
- Teach face to face, hybrid, and online courses to meet departmental and student needs.
- Participate in scholarly activities and serve on college committees;
- Mentor developmental students and incorporate individualized instruction into the Co-Requisite courses;
- Advise students regarding curriculum and related career paths;
- Assess and evaluate student learning outcomes;
- Participate in recruitment and retention initiatives; and
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Experience teaching Co-Requisite English courses, development English, and college-level English;
- Strong teamwork and communication skills;
- Ability to work effectively with underprepared students and diverse groups;
- Ability to develop engaging curriculum and active learning techniques; and
- Experience teaching in different modalities including 16-week, 8 -week, face-to-face, online, and blended.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in English or related field preferred. PhD candidates (ABD) and candidates with terminal degrees, such as MFA, will also be considered.
SALARY: Based on credentials and experience.
While the position will remain open until filled, interested applicants are encouraged to submit a complete application package by February 29, 2024.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A complete application must include 1) a cover letter addressing how the candidate’s experiences match the position requirements, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) unofficial transcripts conferring the required or preferred degree, 4) a statement addressing the candidate’s teaching philosophy, 5) names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three (3) professional references.
Additional required application materials should be sent to: humanresources@nnmc.edu
References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews and official transcripts should be requested upon acceptance of the interview.
EEO STATEMENT: NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.
