Instructor of English

SWOSU College of Pharmacy; Weatherford (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, Instructor of English at the Weatherford location. The position is renewable yearly and includes teaching English Composition I and II with possible online or hybrid delivery depending on needs.

The successful candidate will maintain Canvas sites, supervise office hours, participate in assessments, advise students, and engage in professional development.

Qualifications

• A graduate degree in English, Writing Studies, English Education, or a related field is required. A degree in rhetoric and composition studies is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.
• Technological competence and experience in the LMS Canvas is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaching English Composition I and II and related support courses.
• Maintain weekly office hours.
• Maintain a Canvas site for each course and gain knowledge of the Colleague system.
• Participate in early grade alert systems and assess student outcomes.
• Participate in departmental assessment.
• Advise students and support student activities.
• Engage in continuing professional development.

Education

Graduate degree in English or related field

Prior collegiate teaching experience

Canvas LMS proficiency

Job description

Instructor of English

Job Summary:

The Department of Language and Literature at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, Instructor of English at the Weatherford location. This position is renewable annually in accordance with the university’s faculty evaluation provisions.

Description of Job Duties:

The Department of Language and Literature seeks qualified individuals to serve as a full-time Instructor of English. Teaching responsibilities include English Composition I, English Composition II, and associated support courses. Teaching assignments will be primarily in-person with possible online, blended, or synchronous Zoom courses depending on departmental needs. The instructor's salary is $49,986.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

1. Teaching assignments mentioned above
2. Maintaining weekly office hours appropriate to course load
3. Expectations are to maintain a Canvas site for each course and gain a working knowledge of the Colleague system
4. Participating in early grade alert systems and assessing student outcomes
5. Participating in departmental assessment
6. Advising students and supporting student activities
7. Continuing professional development

Work Setting & Expectations:

1. Reports to the Chair of the Language and Literature Department.
2. Completion of safety and job-related training as required.
3. Salary determined according to SWOSU’s wage structure.
4. Responsible for following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
5. Exempt position.
6. Employment at will.

Anticipated start date:

8/11/2027

Fall 2027

About SWOSU:

With campuses in Weatherford, Yukon, and Sayre, as well as a range of online degree programs, Southwestern Oklahoma State University is recognized as a leading regional university. Discover what makes SWOSU and Weatherford a great place to learn, work, and thrive.

Education and Experience

1. A graduate degree in English, Writing Studies, English Education, or a related field is required. A degree in rhetoric and composition studies is preferred.
2. Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.
3. Technological competence and experience in the LMS Canvas is preferred.

Location

Weatherford

Employment Type

Exempt