Assistant Professor of Popular Literature and Director of English Secondary Education
About The Position
The Department of Literature and Language at East Tennessee State University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Popular Literature and Director of English Secondary Education. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty position. The teaching load is three courses each semester (fall and spring). The director will teach two courses per semester in the fields of Popular Literature (e.g., graphic novels, science fiction, fantasy, horror, etc.) and English Education and receive one course release per semester to supervise Residency 1 and 2 (student teaching) in fall and spring. The appointment is available to begin fall 2027. The Director of English Secondary Education performs the following responsibilities: (1) mentors English teacher candidates, (2) develops courses related to English Education, (3) fosters relationships with partner school districts and local English teachers, and (4) acts as a liaison between the Department of Literature and Language and the Clemmer College of Education and Human Development.
Requirements
- Earned Ph.D. in English or closely related field at the time of appointment
- Knowledge of current trends in Popular Literature
- Secondary English Education teaching experience
Nice To Haves
- Publications and/or teaching experience in Popular Literature, Secondary Education, and/or Teaching Methods
- Experience working with high-needs students and/or traditionally underserved student populations
- Evidence of collaboration with stakeholders, such as students, teachers, and districts/counties
- Evidence of leadership in professional development
- Experience with trauma-informed teaching methods
- University teaching experience
Responsibilities
- Mentors English teacher candidates
- Develops courses related to English Education
- Fosters relationships with partner school districts and local English teachers
- Acts as a liaison between the Department of Literature and Language and the Clemmer College of Education and Human Development
- Supervise Residency 1 and 2 (student teaching)
Benefits
- Salary: $62,000 plus benefits
- Information on benefits available at www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
