Instructor I, Composition

Florida Gulf Coast University • Lexington, MA

126d

About The Position

As Instructor of Composition, you will teach at the undergraduate level; be involved in course and/or curriculum development; conduct research/scholarship/professional development; participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning, and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in English, or a closely-related area from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Demonstrated potential for, or a record of, achievement in teaching undergraduate courses.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in English from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Teaches 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate courses in Composition and other assigned courses as outlined in the annual assignment.
• Prepare and deliver course content, including syllabi, lectures, instructional materials, assessments, and timely evaluation of student performance.
• Maintain scheduled office hours and ensure timely, professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings, as well as faculty evaluations, assessments, and curriculum development/revision efforts.
• Utilize the university’s learning management system and other required campus-wide technologies to support teaching and related responsibilities.
• Complete all mandatory university trainings and comply with all institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Engage in ongoing self-assessment and professional development to maintain effective instructional practices and remain current in the field.
• Contribute to service at the departmental, institutional, community, and professional levels in alignment with the University’s mission.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree