Instructor, English (9 Month)

State of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Spartanburg Community College invites applications for an English instructor to teach courses to a diverse student body and to develop and maintain course materials. The role includes advising students, assisting with registration, and supporting retention and placement efforts.

Responsibilities extend to professional development, campus and community engagement, and serving on committees to promote the college’s mission.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English, or a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in English.
• Preferred qualifications: Master's degree in English with college-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach English courses to a diverse student body using effective teaching strategies and develop, revise, and maintain course materials.
• Participate in College and community activities, promote the mission of Spartanburg Community College, and assist with retention strategies and student placement.
• Advise students and assist with registration; attend graduation; serve on College committees; promote institutional goals and engage in departmental administrative responsibilities.

Education

Master's degree in English

Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in English

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Teach English courses to a diverse student body using effective teaching strategies; develop, revise, and maintain course materials; recommend/design new programs; maintain office hours; participate in appropriate professional development opportunities; participate in College and community activities, promote the mission of the College; develop/implement retention strategies; assist in graduate placement; attend graduation ceremony; assist with student advising and registration; serve on College committees; promote institutional goals; assist with departmental administrative responsibilities. Teaching may be on any campus or by distance learning, and may be days, nights, weekends, or a combination.

Instructional Contributions

TEACHING PERFORMANCE – The ability to present course materials through appropriate instructional strategies to facilitate the learning process.

INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT – The development, revision, and maintenance of courses and curriculum through course objectives, outlines, and appropriate materials.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT – The effective use of required office hours, exhibition of effective classroom management and control, and timely and accurately submitted reports.

STUDENT ADVISEMENT – The participation of the faculty member, when applicable, in assisting students in personal and professional development.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COLLEGE ENGAGEMENT – The participation in college and community service activities that promote the institution, along with ongoing professional development efforts designed to maintain and enhance skills, knowledge, and effectiveness in the position.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Master's degree in English, or a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in English.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in English with college-level teaching experience.

Additional Comments

Professional, collegial, and ethical conduct, decisions, and relationships are expected at all times.

Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits For State Employees

• The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

• State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

• State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.