PT English Instructor

Cerritos College • Norwalk, CA

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About The Position

Cerritos College is seeking a qualified candidate to join the English department, which is part of the Liberal Arts division. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching a variety of courses, including composition, creative writing, and literature classes, in online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats. The English faculty will collaborate with college success programs and interdisciplinary departments to support a diverse student body. A commitment to equity-minded pedagogy and addressing the needs of disproportionately impacted populations is essential. Faculty are expected to maintain currency in their disciplines, uphold student confidentiality, and adhere to course outlines and academic standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree or MFA or PhD. or ABD in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition; OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in linguistics or creative writing; OR the equivalent.
• Understanding of and sensitivity to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.

Nice To Haves

• Community college teaching experience or experience teaching at a local university.
• Experience with online modalities (asynchronous, remote, and/or hybrid).

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in accordance with course outlines of record.
• Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and academic progress.
• Submit end-of-session grades and attendance reports by published deadlines.
• Provide opportunities for students to be aware of their progress.
• Submit a syllabus for each class to the Division Office.
• Meet all classes during the final examination period and give final examinations at scheduled times.
• Maintain a safe learning environment in classrooms and instructional spaces.
• Collaborate with college success programs and interdisciplinary departments.

What This Job Offers

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