An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Job Description Batten University invites applications for a part-time position in Fall 2026 to teach one or two in-person sections of ENG 105 The Art of Writing, a course focused on critical thinking, reading, rhetoric, and media literacy. The appointment comes with the possibility of future teaching opportunities as well. Preference will be given to candidates who have several years of experience teaching composition at the college level to a diverse population. Interested candidates should send their CV and graduate school transcripts to Dr. Kellie Holzer, Chair of English, at kholzer@vwu.edu.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare syllabi that meet the Batten syllabus guidelines and provide these to students on the first day of class. Syllabi should also be provided to the department chair. Submit mid-term reports, final grades, and C- reports per guidelines provided by the University Registrar. Comply with FERPA regulations . Coordinate with campus support services as needed to support students. Communicate with students via office hours and email. Be on time and prepared for class sessions and grade, provide feedback, and return assignments within a reasonable time period.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in English or a related field is required. Terminal degree preferred. Composition teaching experience is required. Ability to learn/use Blackboard Ultra, the University Learning Management System. Strong communication skills. About Batten University Batten University ( batten.edu ) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, Batten University annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. Batten University is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world. Location Batten University has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia. Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus. The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources. Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia's largest metropolitan areas, Batten University is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible. Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history. Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore . Statement of Non-Discrimination Batten University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.
