Instructor of English - Fall 2023

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

NMHU Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM, invites applications for a Fall 2023 part-time Instructor of English (0.8 term, 12 credits). The role involves teaching ENGL 1060/1110, advising undergraduates, and participating in department meetings. Candidates should hold an MA or MFA in English and have prior NMHU teaching experience.

Salary details are determined by university policies; the position requires on-campus work and participation in faculty activities during the fall term.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or terminal degree required.
• Strong knowledge of and experience teaching college-level composition.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 12 credits in the fall semester (ENGL 1060 and 1110).
• Attend department and composition meetings; advise and mentor undergraduates.
• Maintain 4 office hours per week and contribute data for outcomes assessment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching composition

Student mentoring

Department collaboration

Education

MA or MFA in English

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

A complete application includes 1) cover letter; 2) CV; and 3) unofficial transcripts showing highest degree conferred.

About NMHU Highlands University is an open admissions university with over 70% Hispanic, Native American or African American with nearly 40% studying at the Master’s Degree level. The university is committed to student success and improved retention and graduation rates. NMHU serves approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students at the main campus in Las Vegas, NM (one hour east of Santa Fe) and another 1300 students at centers in Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, andAlbuquerque. For more information about the university, visit the website at www.nmhu.edu.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Instructor of English - Fall 2023

Rank

Rank Instructor

Classification Title

Classification Title Term

Position Summary

One semester .8 term instructor (12 credit hours) of composition courses

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching up to 12 credits during the fall semester, including ENGL 1060 and 1110
• Attend composition meetings and department meetings
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students
• Attend mandatory meetings during Faculty Development Week
• Hold 4 office hours/week
• Contribute course data for outcomes assessment
• Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

M.A. or M.F.A. in English

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience teaching English courses at NMHU

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of and experience in teaching composition courses

Work Location

Work Location Las Vegas, NM Campus

Posting Number

Posting Number F317P

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/25/2019

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 08/21/2019

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application includes 1) cover letter; 2) CV; and 3) unofficial transcripts showing highest degree conferred.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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• What is the highest level of education attained?
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• How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts Conferring Required Degree

Optional Documents