Lecturer of English

Lecturer of English





Job Description:

Southern Utah University seeks a Lecturer to join the English Department. Non-tenure-track lecturers of English at Southern Utah University teach a 4/4 annual load of introductory and intermediate writing courses. They may also teach other general education or writing courses depending on qualifications, based on Departmental needs, and as determined by the Department Chairperson.

Duties and Responsibilities:

SUU values quality teaching as the primary focus of faculty efforts and activities.

Lecturers of English:

1. Support the mission of the general education program, as well as the writing program, which emphasizes rhetorically informed, process-based pedagogy.
2. Design their syllabi with an emphasis on outcome-based learning and High Impact Practices as defined by AAC&U.
3. Hold regular office hours (at least five per week).
4. Constructively respond to student work in a timely manner (within two weeks).
5. Attend writing program meetings and other required trainings.
6. Participate in professional development (as determined by the Writing Program Administrator and the Department Chairperson).
7. Remain current in the practice and pedagogy of writing (which can include presenting at relevant conferences and publishing).
8. Serve on department committees.
9. Contribute to the intellectual life of the English Department and the University.

Education and Experience Requirements:

1. A Master of Arts or a Master of Fine Arts in English or closely related discipline.
2. Demonstrated success in teaching GE and Developmental writing courses at the university level.
3. Familiarity with innovative pedagogical approaches, outcome-based learning, and current assessment methods.
4. Strong background in writing pedagogy as well as evidence of successful experience in teaching writing at the university level.

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Background in TESOL.
2. Experience with ESL course sequences and pedagogy.
3. Experience with multi-course writing sequences with diverse student populations.

In accordance with Utah State Code 53B-1-110, appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful passing of a background check.

Documents Needed to Apply:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact information for 3 professional references

Southern Utah University is committed to maintaining a community which recognizes and values the worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect among its members; and encourages individual commitment to personal responsibilities in equal measure with personal rights. In pursuit of its goal of academic excellence, the University seeks to develop and nurture diversity. The University believes that diversity among its many members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life.

Southern Utah University does not discriminate against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.



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