Tenure-Track English/Writing Faculty — Lead Writing Center

Covenant College; Lookout Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA invites applications for a tenure-track English/Writing faculty position beginning July 1, 2027. The English Department seeks a candidate with a degree in writing who can teach a range of courses in the writing concentration, including English Composition and Introduction to Creative Writing, and who can direct a writing center.

Responsibilities include teaching 2–3 writing courses and 1–2 core courses each semester, advising and mentoring students,

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in writing from a regionally accredited institution.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• Interest in mentoring undergraduates.
• Commitment to Covenant College's mission.

Responsibilities

• Teach 2-3 writing courses each semester.
• Teach 1-2 core courses each semester.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Meet with prospective students.
• Supervise the student newspaper and/or the student literary magazine.
• Participate in the life of the campus community and faculty governance.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Mentoring undergraduates

Education

Terminal degree in writing (MFA or PhD)

Job description

Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA invites applications for a tenure-track English/Writing faculty position beginning July 1, 2027. The English Department seeks a candidate with a degree in writing who can teach a range of courses in the writing concentration, including English Composition and Introduction to Creative Writing, and who can direct a writing center.

Responsibilities include teaching 2–3 writing courses and 1–2 core courses each semester, advising and mentoring students,