Lecturer/Assistant Professor of English

Dalton State College • Dalton, GA

40d • $53,000

About The Position

Dalton State College invites applications for a full-time, 10-month faculty position in English, beginning on August 1, 2026. Depending on experience and qualifications, the appointment will be made at either the tenure-track Assistant Professor or Lecturer level. Teach. Write. Inspire. Dalton State seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic educator who is passionate about teaching writing and literature to a diverse student body in a supportive and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence, or potential for excellence, in: 1. Teaching and student learning 2. Supporting student success through mentoring, advising, and engagement 3. Research, scholarship, or creative activity, particularly projects that involve students 4. Service to the institution and community 5. Professional growth and continued learning Teaching responsibilities are 24 credit hours per academic year for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or 27 credit hours per academic year for a Lecturer. Courses may include composition, literature, and other English offerings at both the core and upper-division levels. Teaching assignments may occur during the day, evening, online, or at off-campus locations. Preference may be given to candidates with experience or expertise in Learning Support English and ESOL

Requirements

• Applicants must hold an earned masters degree from an accredited with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in the teaching discipline.
• An earned masters degree with 18 graduate credits in the teaching discipline or a closely related field is required; a doctorate is preferred.
• Evidence of effective teaching or potential for teaching excellence.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach effectively in face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning environments.
• Commitment to engaging students, accommodating a variety of learning styles, and incorporating applied and experiential learning strategies.
• Commitment to educating, mentoring, and empowering students, particularly those who are first-generation college students, to achieve academic and personal success.
• Dedication to supporting the vision, mission, and values of Dalton State College.

Nice To Haves

• Earned doctorate
• College classroom teaching experience.
• Experience or interest in supervising undergraduate research

Responsibilities

• Teach courses at the undergraduate level.
• Academic advising and mentoring students.
• Participate in service activities in the department, college, community, and other appropriate activities related to the field of expertise.
• Engage students in undergraduate research projects.

Benefits

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option: Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 annually in well-being rewards
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December Holidays)
• USG Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees