English Instructor - 9 month

Apply now Job no: 495423 Work type: Faculty Full-Time Location: Lafayette, LA Categories: Liberal Arts Department Academic & Student Affairs Sub department Liberal Arts & Humanities Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month Duties and Responsibilities Teaching and Direct Instructional Activities (70% of Activity, 28 hrs. wk.) Preparation of Course Materials Provides academic instruction Uses appropriate textbook/instructional materials following departmental/divisional structure Develops a course syllabus aligned to the master syllabus and in accordance with all required policies, procedures and assessments Publishes the course syllabus by the end of the first week of classes on LMS Develops a course schedule/outline covering the required content and utilizes required instructional time Utilizes current pedagogical practices and current materials to support the learning of the course content Holds office hours in accordance with policy IS-109 Creates a learning environment in which all students are treated equitably and with respect Maintains the required class management system in a timely fashion (approximately every two weeks) (ex. Canvas) Provides the necessary resources for students to perform on assignments Starts and ends class on time and makes use of appropriate class time Achieves a satisfactory score on Classroom Observation items 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, and 9 Receives satisfactory ratings for Student Rating for Instruction Provides fair and timely grading of student coursework Administers required assessments (SRI, Program, SLO, Pretest/Posttest, QEP) in all courses Returns/acknowledges course emails from students within 48-72 hours Provides alternative assignment(s) when course time is missed or lost Displays a professional demeanor and uses a professional tone and language when speaking with students whether in person or electronically Encourages student participation through a variety of instructional methods Provides adequate and constructive feedback on assessments Computes grades accurately and fairly following syllabus assessment plan; notifies students of changes with ample notice and reasoning when adjustments are needed Properly utilizes and applies assessment methods in accordance with master syllabus, department/program outcomes, and course syllabus Achieves a satisfactory score on Classroom Observation items 6, 8, and 10 Office Hours are included and evaluated under the Teaching and Direct Instruction, though they are listed on the LCTCS form in the area of Service to the College Leadership to Students, Department, Division or College (25% of Activity, 10 hrs. wk.) Maintains required number of office hours per week and meets with students in a timely fashion Provides accommodations to meet with students outside of office hours, if needed, within reason Serves and participates on college assigned committees and discipline search committees as needed Follows policies and procedures of the college/unit/division/department and applicable accreditation body, including submission of time card, performance reporting, show/no show, academic integrity, registration, graduation, and attendance Follows the college dress code Attends/complete required trainings, college-wide events, graduation, unit, division and department meetings, when applicable Provides notice, in a timely manner, to appropriate college member when committees, courses, trainings, meeting will be missed Attends at least one faculty senate meeting Attends and participates in advisory/program/accreditation meetings, if applicable Works collaboratively with others Represents the college in a manner, appearance, and behavior that promotes a positive image in college-related outreach activities Represents the college in 2 or more outreach activities or offers long‑term uncompensated academic expertise in local, state, national community not part of their program coordinator or lead faculty role or associated with a grant received; or Service on a Local, State or National Board in their discipline Assists students with advising via in‑person or online appointments and is easily accessible for the student Maintains required number of advising chat hours per week, if applicable Posts advising messages within 48 hours of receipt of message Attends required advising trainings Responds to advising requests within 72 hours of contact by student Participates in a student‑focused activity or workshop once a year Attends one hour or more seminar, webinar, lecture series, workshop beyond mandatory college seminars/workshops/trainings Borrows or records monthly industry visits, if applicable Attends and participates in semi‑annual program advisory meetings, if applicable Pursues or acquires advanced degrees, certifications, etc. Maintains continuing education associated with licensing and/or regulatory grant proposals Participates in a Leadership Academy Reviews Textbook or Article, Creative work or performance, submission of a grant, judge/jury local or regional competition related to teaching discipline Exhibits or performs a body of work, featured or keynote speaker, implementing and maintaining a grant, judge/jury state or national competition related to teaching discipline Completes Research and composes successful grant proposal as primary investigator Researches for a state or national committee or group that shows clear teaching or program benefit Maintains an ongoing research agenda for publication showing significant data gathering or analysis as well as progress each year Other Duties as Assigned as per evaluation/planning form; observed and evaluated by respective Chair, Program Administrator, Dean, Associate, Assistant Dean Faculty duties are subject to change depending on college, student, or department needs Required Education The minimum qualification for teaching in an Academic area is a Master’s degree in the discipline or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline being taught or an equivalent to this requirement determined by the College. Technical faculty teaching in nontransferable programs are minimally required to have an Associate's Degree, or an equivalent to this requirement determined by the College and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline. Technical faculty not having these minimum requirements are able to teach in their technical area following SLCC’s policy by establishing a professional development plan and demonstrating steady progress toward attaining an Associate’s Degree. Those not establishing a development plan and/or not progressing toward attaining an Associate’s Degree will not be considered for continued employment. Steady Progress is defined as successful completion of at least one college course per semester, including the summer, or nine credits per academic year with completion in three years. It is additionally desirable that both Academic and Technical Faculty provide evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio‑economic, and cultural backgrounds of community college students. Benefits As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SLCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan, holidays (14 per year, typically including longer break at Christmas), generous annual vacation and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment. Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement Passing pre‑employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. सोलअ‍ॅक is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. सोलअ‍ॅक is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Application Information Advertised: 17 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 01 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges System #J-18808-Ljbffr Job Details