"Assistant Professor of English"

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Assistant Professor of English The School of English and Humanities at Spartanburg Methodist College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position specializing in Rhetoric and Composition, beginning in fall 2026. The position is in-person on our campus in Spartanburg, SC. The English Department offers associate and bachelor’s degree programs. Teaching responsibilities will include lower-level General Education composition courses and upper-level courses such as Technical Writing; Studies in Nonfiction Writing; Rhetorics of Style and Argument; and Rhetoric, Writing, and Digital Media. The teaching load is 4/4. The successful candidate should have experience and interest in innovative pedagogies, demonstrate a record of teaching excellence, possess a commitment to service, and show potential for research and scholarship. The successful candidate will also have experience with first-generation, non-traditional, and/or traditionally underserved student populations. We particularly welcome applications from candidates who have experience or interest in leading first-year composition programs. Qualifications for this position include: - MA in English ( a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or a related discipline is preferred). - 2 years of teaching experience (two years of teaching Composition and/or English courses at the college level is preferred) Please submit the following to apply: - cover letter explaining your interest in the position, qualifications, and reason you are applying - curriculum vitae - college transcripts (can submit copies/unofficial transcripts to apply, but will be required to submit official copies to be hired) Application deadline is November 1, 2025. **About the College**: Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor’s degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college’s emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor’s degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. ***Spartanburg Methodist College*** *does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members.**All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal* [*E-Verify program*](https://www.e-verify.gov/)*.* ***SMC*** *does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.* **About the College**: Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor’s degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college’s emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor’s degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. **About the College** ***Spartanburg Methodist College*** *does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members.* ***Spartanburg Methodist College*** *Spartanburg Methodist College* *does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members.* *All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal* [*E-Verify program*](https://www.e-verify.gov/)*.* *All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal* [*E-Verify program*](https://www.e-verify.gov/) *E-Verify program* *.* ***SMC*** *does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.* ***SMC*** *SMC* *does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.*