Instructor of English

Texas A&M University System • Canyon, TX

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About The Position

Instructor of English, focused on the teaching of composition and technical writing. Requires firm commitment—shared among all faculty—for teaching composition in a humanities-based English program. The ideal candidate will have experience mentoring developmental, Dual Credit, and/or ESL students and demonstrated excellence in teaching. MA in English or related field required. This position is being hired for the Fall 2026 semester.

Requirements

• MA in English or closely related discipline.
• Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.
• All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiasm for and demonstrated experience in teaching English composition, technical writing, and/or English as a Second Language.
• Ability to teach a range of composition and technical writing courses.
• Pedagogical creativity and innovation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5 English composition and/or technical writing courses per semester each Fall and Spring semester.
• Courses may vary between in-person and online, depending on departmental needs.
• Faculty service (e.g., committee participation, assessment).

Benefits

• The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities.
• Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time