Assistant/Associate Professor of English & Director of English Programs

Greenville University•Greenville, IL

17h

About The Position

Greenville University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of English and Director of English Programs, beginning Fall 2027. Rank will depend on the candidate’s credentials and experience. The successful candidate will specialize in writing, broadly defined, such as composition, rhetoric, creative writing, developmental English, or professional/technical writing. Teaching may include courses in these areas as well as undergraduate general education courses in writing and literature. The position carries a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester, usually two to three general education courses and one or two upper-division courses, along with administrative responsibilities, student advising, and participation in Humanities Division and institutional governance. The Director will provide leadership and vision for English curriculum across the institution, oversee program assessment and curriculum development, and help shape the strategic direction of English programming. Responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, orienting, and supervising adjunct English faculty; advocating for the program in institutional planning, budget, and policy discussions; developing program policies, including those addressing artificial intelligence in writing instruction; and representing the program in accreditation, assessment, and institutional effectiveness processes. The university seeks a colleague who is committed to Christ-centered undergraduate education and integrating faith and learning. The candidate should be prepared to teach writing at multiple levels, support students’ intellectual and faith development, contribute creatively and strategically to curriculum development, engage thoughtfully with the impact of AI on writing instruction, mentor adjunct faculty, and connect enthusiastically with students inside and outside the classroom. A vibrant personal Christian faith commitment and commitment to a broadly Wesleyan tradition are required. Greenville University is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church and draws students from more than 40 denominations. It is located in a residential community of approximately 7,000 people, 50 miles east of St. Louis. The university describes its mission as empowering students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education.

Requirements

Terminal degree: MFA or doctoral degree in English, Creative Writing, Rhetoric and Composition, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated specialization in writing, broadly defined, including areas such as composition, rhetoric, creative writing, or professional/technical writing.
Experience teaching college-level writing courses at a range of levels.
Demonstrated experience in or strong preparation for academic program administration, including curriculum development and faculty supervision.
A thoughtful and informed perspective on teaching writing in the age of artificial intelligence, including experience developing or adapting curricula, assignments, and policies addressing AI tools in ways that prioritize authentic student learning and intellectual growth.
Innovative technology skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Dedication to undergraduate teaching and commitment to serving as a role model in a Christian academic community.
A vibrant personal Christian faith commitment and strong commitment to a broadly Wesleyan tradition.
Commitment to Greenville University's Lifestyle statement and its religiously based employee code of conduct.

Nice To Haves

Experience hiring, supervising, or mentoring adjunct or part-time faculty is preferred.
Evidence of or clear potential for scholarly or creative publication in the candidate’s area of specialization.

Responsibilities

Teach writing courses at multiple levels, including first-year composition and developmental writing, and teach undergraduate general education courses in writing and literature.
Carry a full-time teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester, usually consisting of two to three general education courses and one or two upper-division courses.
Provide institutional leadership for the English curriculum, including oversight of program assessment, curriculum development, and curricular alignment across departments and divisions.
Recruit, hire, orient, and supervise adjunct faculty teaching English courses across the institution, ensuring instructional quality and consistency.
Serve as the primary advocate for the English program in institutional planning, budget, and policy conversations.
Collaborate with academic leadership, including the Chief Academic Officer, to set the strategic direction of English programming.
Develop and maintain program policies, including policies related to artificial intelligence in writing instruction.
Represent the English program in accreditation, assessment, and institutional effectiveness processes as needed.
Advise students and participate regularly in Humanities Division activities and institutional governance.
Mentor and support adjunct faculty, fostering their professional development and belonging in the university community.
Engage with undergraduate students inside and outside the classroom and support their growth in faith and learning.