English Faculty

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in Texas is seeking an in-person English faculty member to teach various English courses and support the department's mission. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in English and experience teaching in a computer-based environment. Responsibilities include teaching dual credit classes, assisting in recruitment and advising activities, and maintaining communication with students. The role demands excellent communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English required.
• Experience teaching composition in a computer-based environment.
• Ability to teach dual credit students.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of courses in the English curriculum.
• Assist with recruitment and advising.
• Provide timely communication with students.

Skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to teach composition

Knowledge of instructional technologies

Education

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in English

Job description

Odessa College’s in-person English faculty will teach all assigned courses and assist the department in its efforts to serve students and support the mission of the College.

Specific Position Duties

• Teach assigned courses in the curriculum.
• Teach face‑to‑face, web, hybrid, and ITV classes as requested, using a variety of instructional technologies, including Tegrity; teach College Now (Dual Credit) classes at locations in the West Texas area.
• Assist with recruitment, advising, and retention activities, as well as participate in various departmental and campus‑wide committees.
• Demonstrate the ability to teach all courses in the English curriculum, including sophomore survey courses in American, British, and World Literature; freshman literature genre courses; freshman composition; and developmental English courses that carry institutional credit only.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge in the teaching field.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the College.
• Utilize appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners.
• Provide students with written expectations (e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations, etc.).
• Administer tests that are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall mastery of course objectives.
• Affirm, through instruction, the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn.
• Maintain an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom—whether traditional, web‑based, or distance—that encourages the free exchange of ideas while upholding academic honesty and objectivity.
• Prepare adequately for class and arrive promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities.
• Deliver material in a clear and understandable manner.
• Address student concerns (i.e., comments, questions, and input) both in class and through posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other appropriate means.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 or more graduate hours in English from a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience in teaching composition in a computer‑based environment.
• Demonstrated ability to teach students from a wide spectrum of ages including high school students who are enrolled in dual credit classes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Odessa College
201 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, Tx 79764