Master’s Degree in English; OR
Master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 GCH in combination of the qualifying fields.

English
Rhetoric and Composition

Literature
MFA (English)

Technical Writing

Print Journalism

Linguistics

TESOL/TESL

• Two years of teaching experience using interactive teaching techniques.
• Experience using assessment techniques to promote teaching and learning excellence.
• Demonstrated experience with current pedagogical and instructional methods.
• Demonstrated experience with utilizing a variety of classroom technologies, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with all constituencies of a diverse community.
• Demonstrated interest in and passion for teaching community college students.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).
• Understanding and use of current English composition pedagogy
• Experience teaching all levels of composition including developmental

Normally scheduled Monday through Friday; however, may be required to work other shifts to include evenings and/or weekends. Schedule subject to change based upon department needs.

This position is a full-time position.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is contingent on budget-appropriated funding. Position available Fall 2024 unless otherwise approved.

An MCC application must be accompanied by the following:

- The highlights of your education and experience which specifically prepare you for this position;

- The mission of the community college, and how you would contribute to the mission.

- How your teaching style would reflect the diverse learning style of our students;

- Your familiarity with the instructional technology appropriate to your discipline;

- How you adopt equity-minded principles into your teaching philosophy and practices

- The methods of assessment you would use to assess student learning outcomes.

A resume to include three professional references with name, address, and phone number.

Official or student copies of transcripts will be required at time of application. If selected for an interview, official transcripts will be required.

Interviews will be conducted by a screening committee.

We offer all full-time employees medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, as well as retirement, 403b, employee assistance, and flexible spending and health savings account. We can’t wait to show you why Metropolitan Community College is a great place to work!

* EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Full-time members of the faculty are professional educators who have the primary responsibility of instruction and management of assigned classes. Additional responsibilities include fulfilling the Metropolitan Community College mission, vision, values, strategic plan, Board of Trustees’ charges and educational philosophy, and primary goal of providing a quality education for all students attending the college.

• Deliver effective instruction – Provide quality instruction, which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college – approved curriculum and resources.
• Assess student learning – Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment.
• Manage classes and learning environments – Foster a positive classroom-learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility.
• Promote continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning.
• Support learning through student engagement – Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction.
• Provide student guidance – Help students develop academic habits for college success.
• Pursue professional development – Stay current in academic field.
• Actively participate collegially in department, campus, cross-college, discipline-specific, district, and community service activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high quality learning experience for students, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, etc.

Understanding and use of current English composition pedagogy

Experience teaching all levels of composition including developmental