Find & Apply For English / Language Arts Teacher Jobs in Huntsville, Alabama

Salary:

$47,925.00 - $61,166.00

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Normal Job Number:

202300897

Department:

English and Modern Languages Description The Department of English and Modern Languages in the College of Education, Humanities, and Behavioral Sciences seeks a highly motivated scholar-practitioner to serve as a Visiting Instructor of English. The applicant should possess a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The position is a full-time, 9-month faculty position (Fall 2026 - Spring 2027). The successful candidate will meet and instruct assigned classes in the designated site-based locations and online courses (mornings, afternoons, & evenings), and teach a minimum of 12 credit hours per academic semester. The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that is to be performed in the identified position. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified as other duties may be assigned

Examples of Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach first year composition courses (Composition 101 and 102) in the English and General Education Program primarily. Actively participate and lead in the activities of the department, college, and university including recruitment and new course development (site-based and online course certifications). Engage in research, scholarly activities, recruitment and advising English majors. Schedule and attend a minimum of 10 hours of office hours per week. Perform other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.): Master's degree in Fine Arts - Writing. A Master's degree in Secondary Education with 18 semester hours in English/Language Arts will be considered. Graduate certificate in Online Teaching and Learning It is highly desirable that candidates be familiar with innovative teaching techniques and best practices in pedagogy.

Supplemental Information Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellence in oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated leadership experience related to initiation and execution of committee work. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with university colleagues within a diverse environment. Ability to successfully advise, instruct, evaluate, and motivate first-generation college students. Ability to contribute to the academic program development at the undergraduate and master's level. Ability to demonstrate proficiency in assessment of writing and critical thinking. Ability to learn AAMU's learning management system (Blackboard Ultra) and integrate the platform into teaching practices to include gradebook features.