Full-Time Faculty: English 83486

St. Charles Community College; Lake Saint Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Community College invites qualified candidates for a Full-Time English Faculty position to begin Fall 2027 for the 2027-2028 academic year. Experience teaching composition is especially desirable, as composition will constitute a significant portion of the selected candidate's teaching load.

Courses are offered in multiple modalities, including online and in-person. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, student learning, assessment,

Qualifications

• MA in English (including Literature and/or Creative Writing) or 18 hours of approved coursework in English (including Literature/Creative Writing).
• Experience teaching composition and in community college or related settings is preferred.
• Experience using a Learning Management System (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Instruct, assess, and provide timely feedback to a diverse student population.
• Maintain office hours and participate in professional development and assessment activities.
• Deliver courses in multiple modalities, including online and in-person.

Skills

Teaching composition

Online instruction

Diversity & inclusive teaching

Education

MA in English (Lit/Creative)

18 hours English coursework

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Job description

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. The Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high-quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community. "Through academic excellence and industry partnership, we cultivate the talent, innovation, and leadership our students and community need to grow and succeed".

St. Charles Community College invites qualified candidates to apply for the Full-Time Faculty position in English to begin Fall 2027 for the 2027-2028 academic year. Experience teaching composition is especially desirable, as composition will constitute a significant portion of the selected candidate's teaching load. Courses are offered in multiple modalities, including online and in-person.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, student learning, assessment, and the effective use of technology to improve student learning outcomes.

Faculty responsibilities include participating in professional development and assessment activities, attending faculty and committee meetings, and performing other duties as assigned. This is an on-site position requiring regular campus presence and availability to teach in person. The English faculty member reports to the Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Faculty are responsible for instruction, grading, record-keeping, and compliance with legal and institutional obligations.
• Instructors should expect to meet all deadlines and to use standard software, including the Microsoft Office suite, as appropriate.
• Instructors must conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views.
• Impart expertise, enthusiasm, and creativity in one's instruction to a diverse student population with various learning styles and abilities.
• Effectively prepare and present course content, drawing upon disciplinary knowledge, skills, research, and applications to design engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Maintaining the appropriate number of office hours at times of day convenient for students.
• Providing meaningful feedback, and timely responses to students' work and questions.
• Meeting all division, department, and college deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate records of student attendance and reporting attendance as required.
• Keeping careful grade records throughout the academic term.
• Attending scheduled faculty meetings and training sessions.
• Perform ongoing student, program, and college assessment activities, including analysis of course assessments, evaluations, and data to engage in continuous improvement to enhance student success, retention, and completion.

Minimum Qualifications

• MA in English (including Literature and/or Creative Writing) or
• At least 18 hours of approved coursework in English (including Literature and/or Creative Writing)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching first- and second-year students in Composition 1 and 2, particularly those in community college, developmental, or secondary education settings.
• Experience using a Learning Management System (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).
• Demonstrated excellence in online teaching and are Quality Matters (QM) certified

Salaries

• Instructor $60,076
• Assistant Professor $66,178
• Associate Professor $72,753 - Rank will be assessed at the time of hire based on years of experience and education based on pre-determined criteria.

For full consideration, candidates should submit all application materials by November 30, 2026.

• Will be subject to a criminal background check.

St Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer