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Assistant Professor English, Tenure Track

Grand Rapids Community College

Job Description

Assistant Professor English, Tenure Track

 

 

(Two Positions Available)

 
Job ID 1614
Date Posted : December 20, 2023

 
Department: English
 
Employee Group: Faculty Association
 
Start Date: Fall 2024
 
Schedule: 32 Weeks (Fall and Winter Semesters)
 
Compensation: Consistent with Faculty Association contract (Page #109)
 
Benefits: Full Time
 
Reports to: Associate Dean, School of Liberal Arts
 
Posting Closes: January 26, 2024
 
 
SUMMARY
GRCC is seeking faculty who possess an interest in working with diverse student populations from a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin and ability; engage in and develop innovative teaching strategies; effectively assess student learning outcomes; demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development and provide service to our students, the college, and our community at large.

Faculty members are responsible to GRCC and to each other for the successful completion of departmental work, as well as associated with the School ofLiberal Arts and GRCC as a whole. In addition to the major position responsibilities, faculty are expected to demonstrate outstanding communication skills, collaborate effectively, use personal initiative to overcome obstacles, and work efficiently to meet deadlines. In an environment where innovation is valued, each faculty member will take responsibility to perform their work in a manner consistent with both the letter and the spirit of GRCC values.

 
 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teach GRCC course offerings in English, primarily Composition and Literature. Develop and implement teaching methods that employ interactive learning and integrate current instructional technology.

Participate fully as a member of the English Department in such activities as department meetings, curriculum development, assessment, evaluation, course revision work, committee membership, textbook selection, community outreach, and other duties as determined by the College.

 
Provide leadership and mentoring for adjuncts as needed or requested by the department.
 
Assist the Department Head in the evaluation and revision of existing courses and the development of new courses.
 
Advise students and perform other tasks normally expected of faculty members.
 
Engage in professional development activities and maintain expertise in the field of English Composition.
 
 
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education Credentials

 
Master’s degree in English or a Master’s degree in a closely related field with 18 graduate credits in English required.
 
 
 
Work Experience

A minimum of two years full-time teaching experience in English at the college or university level required; the equivalent part-time or adjunct teaching time will be considered as having met the minimum.
  
Experience teaching or ability to teach introductory Literature courses required.

Ability to respond dynamically to and engage practices in the evolving field of Composition preferred.

 
Community college teaching experience preferred.

Experience working with non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic skills preferred.

 
Experience working with a variety of learning methodologies preferred.
 
 

Skills

 
Appropriate understanding of technology required to perform the duties of the position
 
 
 
Physical Demands
 
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
 
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
 
 
Mental Demands
 
Demonstrated initiative and organizational and problem-solving abilities.
 
Ability to perform routine and unexpected duties with minimum supervision.
 
Enthusiasm and interest in helping and supporting students, staff, and the general public.
 
Ability to work under pressure while possessing mature judgment and flexibility in regards to interruptions and schedule changes.
 
 
 
Working Conditions

GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our
policies website.

Classroom environment in an academic setting.

Ability to work in a high traffic, indoor office environment.

 
Faculty assignment may include travel to offsite locations.
 
 
 
METHOD OF APPLICATION
GRCC is only accepting online applications for this position at
https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter resume, and unofficial transcripts for full consideration. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
 
 

HIRING PROCESS

GRCC uses an Evidence Based Selection Process, where we make data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in reference checks and 
interviews.
 

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment,
including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to preven
discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation.
 
Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE,
Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.
 

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