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Visiting Lecturer of English
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University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR (In Person)
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Working Title Visiting Lecturer of English Department Org 354000 School of Language and Literature Why should you work at UCA? We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals. Position Summary The School of Language and Literature (SLL) at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer of English to start in August 2026. This is a one-year position that may be renewable depending upon performance and programmatic need. SLL at UCA houses degree programs in Chinese, English, French, linguistics, Spanish, and TESOL. SLL's English Program offers the BA in English, the BA in English with teaching licensure, and the MA in English. Program faculty are highly engaged in scholarly production and learner-centered pedagogies. Additionally, faculty have opportunities to teach in support of several interdisciplinary minors, UCA's residential-college programs, and the Schedler Honors College. Job Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidate will teach the equivalent of four classes a semester. This class load will be split between lower-division English courses (e.g. First Year Seminar) and English Education courses and responsibilities. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to teach English courses and supervise English teaching residents regarding English pedagogy and residency.- Knowledge of English pedagogy
- Ability to liaison with community school districts and administrators
- Ability to use state-required rubrics to assess teaching residents Skills Considered Essential for Success
- Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
- Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
- Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
- Ability to make sound judgments.
- Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
- Civility in all interactions.
- Demonstrate effective follow-up.
Experience Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates withhigher degrees in English or Education or longer teaching experience. License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred) An Arkansas teaching license, ELA7-12, held at some point, may be expired but may not be revoked. University, Campus, and Community Description Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas. Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities. Desired start date 08/16/2026 Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite Posting Detail Information Background Check Statement This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. UCA EEO Statement The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs. Open Date 06/25/2026 Close Date 07/24/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Interested candidates should apply at http://jobs.uca.edu.Completed applications must include:
- a letter of application outlining one's interest in and qualifications for the position.
- a CV with contact information for three professional references.