27.1446, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Ling & Literature: Instructor, Community College of Allegheny County

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Subject: 27.1446, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Ling & Literature: Instructor, Community College of Allegheny County

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Date: Mon, 28 Mar 2016 09:35:50
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Subject: English; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Ling & Literature: Instructor, Community College of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA

University or Organization: Community College of Allegheny County 
Job Location: Pennsylvania, USA 
Web Address: http://www.ccac.edu
Job Title: English Instructor (Reg FT 10 month, with benefits)
Job Rank: Instructor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Ling & Literature 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

English Instructor (Reg FT 10 month, with benefits)

Community College of Allegheny County

General Summary:

The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and to develop the
curriculum. To meet these responsibilities, faculty must remain knowledgeable
about advances in their disciplines, in learning theory, and in pedagogy.
Faculty portfolios will include contributions and program development and show
evidence of ongoing professional development.

Work location and additional information:

Applicants must electronically attach scanable unofficial transcripts when
applying to this posting.

This position will remain open until filled. However, in order to ensure
consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application,
cover letter and resume by no later than April 5, 2016. The College cannot
guarantee that application materials received after this date will be
considered or reviewed.

This is a regular full-time tenure-track instructor-level 10 month position
with benefits.

Anticipated start date of this position is August 2016.

Campus: North Campus

Days and Hours (for hourly position):

Job Specifications:

Master's degree in English, Linguistics, Composition, Rhetoric, or Literature
OR an undergraduate degree in English with Masters in related field including
at least 18 credits in English Literature, Composition, Literary Theory, or
Writing. Some relevant teaching experience is required. The applicant will be
responsible for teaching in alternative pedagogies.

Applicants are expected to utilize best practices and innovation, maintain
high standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodologies, the
ability to retain students and work with a diverse student population and have
strong communication skills. Degrees must be from an accredited institution.

Job Duties:

1. The primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and to develop the
curriculum. Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support
learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus. Develop and measure
learning outcomes. Assess student performance and maintain grade records.
2. Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of
instructional methods.
3. Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning
outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.
4. Work with other program and/or discipline faculty to complete scheduled
program reviews and to use the findings to revise the curriculum.
5. Participate in appropriate professional development activities to assure
currency in both discipline, knowledge and instructional methods.
6. Participate in department/discipline, division, campus, and college
meetings and committees.
7. Participate in college projects, surveys, studies, and reports that relate
to the discipline or program.
8. Collaborate in the development of program and/or discipline promotional
materials.
9. Maintain five office hours each week.
10. Support the college's goals.
11. Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Job Category: Faculty/Counselor/Librarian/Ed Tech

Job Type: Full-time

Department: English

Job Open Date: 03-18-2016

Job Close Date:

All applicants must apply online at the application website below. The
College's online application system will allow you to complete a college
application, apply online, answer screening questions, and attach a resume,
cover letter and other documents.

EOE

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Application Deadline: 05-Apr-2016 (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: http://apptrkr.com/776653 
Contact Information

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