Instructor, English (Temporary)

Nevada System of Higher Education • Carson City, NV

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About The Position

Western Nevada College is hiring a temporary, non-tenure-track academic faculty member on a 171-day contract. This benefits-eligible position is being filled through an emergency appointment; permanent appointment is contingent upon meeting additional recruitment requirements. The position is located on the Carson campus, with possible future reassignment to other college campuses, rural centers, remote sites, online instruction, or remote video based on student and institutional needs. The expected start date is the Fall 2027 semester.

The instructor will teach at least 30 credits per year, including transfer-level and developmental English courses during both day and evening. The role also includes student advisement, program review and academic assessment, college and system committee service, and college and community service. The instructor will fulfill responsibilities specified in the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents Handbook and perform other duties as assigned.

This is a temporary full-time contract. The employee is not guaranteed future contracts, and the appointment may be terminated with 30 days’ notice. The role is located at Western Nevada College in Carson City, Nevada.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in English or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching college-level courses.
• Experience teaching with distance education or online modalities.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. from a regionally accredited university.
• Experience teaching developmental courses.
• Experience with diverse populations.
• Experience with literacy education.
• Experience with writing and coaching at a writing center.
• Experience with program assessment.
• Thorough understanding of the purpose and function of a community college.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of 30 credits per year.
• Teach transfer-level and developmental English classes during both day and evening.
• Develop and teach using traditional and alternative methodologies, including interactive video and web-based methods.
• Participate in student advisement.
• Participate in program review and academic program assessment.
• Serve on college and system committees as required.
• Participate in college and community service activities.
• Perform responsibilities set forth in the Board of Regents Handbook, Title 2, Chapter 4, Section 4.4.2.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible position.
• College match of 19.25% to the employee’s 19.25% contribution to the NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA); employees are 100% vested from their first day.
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plans with pre-tax and Roth options (403b and 457b).
• Employer-paid long-term disability program.
• Health insurance options, including dental and vision.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays, according to contract type.
• Faculty and staff membership at the WNC Fitness Center.
• Employee Assistance Program resources and assistance through ComPsych.
• Discounted staff rates for the Child Development Center.
• Voluntary benefits, including accident, disability, and legal services.
• Reduced-rate tuition for faculty, up to six credits per semester; qualified dependents may take unlimited credits per semester.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level