Instructor, English Department (FT, 10-month)

Inside Higher Ed; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,587 - 51,588; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Generous Time Off

Retirement Planning

Financial Peace of Mind

Wellness Support

Educational Support

Employee Perks & Rewards

Free employee parking

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Instructor for the English Department. This role involves teaching and developing the curriculum with a focus on composition and literature. Applicants should have a master's degree in English or closely-related fields, along with relevant teaching experience. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and educational support. The position requires a criminal record clearance and will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or closely-related field with 18 graduate credits in English Literature.
• Experience teaching composition at the college level is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curriculum.
• Create and deliver learning experiences that support students.
• Employ effective teaching methods and maintain an engaging learning environment.

Skills

Educational pedagogy

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Problem solving and decision-making skills

Ability to work independently and in a group

Education

Master's degree in English, Composition, Rhetoric, or Literature

Tools

Course Management System (e.g. Blackboard)

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Position Title

Instructor, English Department (FT, 10-month)

Department

English

Campus

North Campus

Additional Information

This position will remain open until filled. The application, cover letter and resume must be submitted by no later than DATE. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed.

Transcripts

Applicants must electronically attach scannable unofficial transcripts when applying.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.
• Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
• Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!
• Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

Remote Work Option

Fully In-Person (May be subject to change)

Salary Grade

Salary range based on established rank is $45,587 - $51,588 for 10-month teaching positions and $56,984 - $64,485 for 12-month teaching positions. Ranking is determined by educational level and specific relevant experience.

Job Category

Faculty/Counselor/Librarian/Ed Tech/Academic Advisor

Employment Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Slot

2574

Job Open Date

1/16/2026

Job Purpose

The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and develop the curriculum.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in English, Composition, Rhetoric, or Literature OR an undergraduate degree in English with Masters in closely-related field. All applicants must have at least 18 graduate credits in English Literature, Composition, Literary Theory, or Writing. All applicants must have courses in both literature and composition studies. Some experience teaching composition at the college level is required.
• Adjunct embedded tutors for ENG 101L & Writing Lab: Bachelor's degree in English with documentation of enrollment and ongoing progress toward obtaining a Master's degree in English or related field. Master's preferred. Some experience teaching or tutoring preferred.
• Adjunct Faculty: 18 graduate credits in composition/literature; if teaching composition only, all 18 credits can be in composition. If teaching literature only, all 18 credits can be in literature.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Educational pedagogy
• Course Management System (e.g. Blackboard)
• Microsoft Office suite
• Discipline-specific technologies

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and in a group

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Primary responsibilities: teach and develop curriculum.
• Learning Experiences: create and deliver learning experiences that support students in achieving the learning outcomes outlined in the Master Course Syllabus.
• Teaching Strategies: employ teaching methods to design and maintain an engaging and effective learning environment.
• Assess and Support Student Learning: assess student progress and provide feedback to promote growth and academic success.
• Classroom Environment: cultivate a classroom environment that reflects the college's mission, values, and goals.
• Curriculum Development: participate in program and discipline activities related to curriculum development and implementation.
• Program Review and Strategic Planning: contribute to program reviews and strategic planning by offering recommendations on curriculum, staffing, facilities, and equipment to support continuous improvement and future growth.
• Professional Development: engage in ongoing professional development to deepen expertise in the discipline, enhance instructional strategies, and remain informed about emerging trends in education.
• Educational Technology: effectively integrate relevant educational technology tools into teaching.
• Institutional Goals: participate in department, division, campus, and college meetings and committees, supporting institutional goals and initiatives.
• Office Hours: maintain weekly office hours as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Other Duties: perform other related duties as outlined in the CBA.

Clearances

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and FBI Criminal Background Check. Instructions are available here.

Contact

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://ccac.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=1878