Instructor of English

Calumet College • Whiting, IN

20h

About The Position

Calumet College of St. Joseph’s English & Media Communications department invites applications for a full-time, renewable, non-tenure-track Instructor position. The college is a Catholic institution dedicated to the academic, spiritual, and ethical development of undergraduate and graduate students, and promotes dignity, social justice, service, student empowerment, opportunity, lifelong learning, and diversity.

The department seeks a generalist committed to excellence in undergraduate education. The role primarily involves teaching foundational and possibly advanced courses in literature and composition, with a focus on first-year composition, introductory literature, and 200-level core story classes. A multidisciplinary background aligned with the department’s focus on “story” is welcome. Experience or specialization in communications, theater, journalism, or broadcasting is especially desirable.

The successful candidate will support student learning and success through inclusive course design, constructive feedback, mentorship, and regular office hours. The role also includes departmental and Academic Senate participation, program service, and other duties supporting program objectives, visibility, enrollment, retention, and growth. Employment is contingent upon work-authorization eligibility, verification of education and credentials, and a background check. The college does not sponsor or transfer employment visas.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (M.A.) in English, Rhetoric and Composition, Literature, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated experience and a record of excellence teaching first-year composition and undergraduate literature courses.
• Commitment to working with diverse student populations and fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and able to maintain work authorization throughout employment.
• Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States, verification of education and credentials, and a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or M.F.A.).
• Academic specialization, professional experience, or prior university teaching experience in composition, literature, communications, theater, journalism, or broadcasting.
• Experience with online or hybrid instructional delivery methods.
• Familiarity with writing program assessment or curriculum design.
• Commitment to the mission of Calumet College of St. Joseph and the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach a standard full-time course load of 4/4 per semester, primarily in first-year composition, introductory literature, and 200-level core story classes.
• Develop engaging, inclusive syllabi and course materials that support student success and retention.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback and mentorship to a diverse student population.
• Maintain regular office hours to support student learning outside the classroom.
• Participate in monthly English & Media Communications program and Humanities department meetings.
• Participate in monthly Academic Senate meetings.
• Complete program service, which may include committee work, curriculum development, assessment initiatives, club advising, or student recruitment events.
• Perform other duties as assigned to advance program objectives, strengthen program visibility and reputation, and support enrollment, retention, and growth initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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