"Full-Time Instructor - English"

Full-Time Instructor - English

The Blinn College District is searching for a Full-Time Instructor - English at our Brenham Campus.

Job Summary

• To perform the day-to-day operations of the instructional program.
• To teach courses as scheduled.
• Faculty in this position teach DIRW 0327: Developmental Integrated Reading and Writing, ENGL 1301: Composition 1, and/or ENGL 1302: Composition and Introduction to Literature.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provides instruction for courses at a variety of times and locations as needed
• Demonstrates a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
• Maintains access to students through posted office hours and electronic communication
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
• Advises students in academic matters
• Evaluates students' performance through a variety of means to measure progress and keep them informed in a timely manner
• Assists in the development, distribution, and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
• Provides recommendations to the Academic Dean, Assistant Dean, Department Head, and Curriculum Resource Team regarding curriculum
• Demonstrates a positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community
• Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions/departments
• Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities
• Engages in collegial activities and service activities across the department, division, and college
• Possesses a passion for teaching community college students
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and orally
• Attends college orientation and required institutional meetings
• Responsible for other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/ Required Degree, License or Certifications

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in English.

Minimum Competencies

• Experience teaching college-level English composition and/or developmental English reading and writing or corequisite English composition courses.
• Experience teaching at a community college or two-year college.
• This position is to teach in-person English classes on the Brenham campus.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other instructors, staff, administration and students.
• Ability to instruct students while achieving the course learning objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using D2L/Brightspace
• Experience developing and teaching blended (hybrid) or online courses.
• Quality Matters (QM) training.
• Provide at least two professional references.

Special Notes To Applicants

Applications lacking a cover letter, resume, and transcripts will be considered incomplete and may not be reviewed. Requested documents should be attached as PDF files to this application. Official transcripts will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be attached to this application for review; but, if employed, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts must be sent by the degree-granting institution directly to Blinn College, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Academic Affairs Office, 902 College Avenue, Brenham, Texas 77833. Additionally, transcripts may be sent electronically to lisa.leopold@blinn.edu. All foreign transcripts must be accompanied by a credential evaluation from a certified agency. A short teaching demonstration will be required if applicant is selected for interview. Names and means of contact (email address or telephone number) of three references must be included in resume or CV.

This is a 9 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full-time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverages can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, http://www.ers.state.tx.us/New-Employee/Insurance/. Leave time includes 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick leave for each month of contract. Paid leave is provided for college designated holidays, spring break, thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year).

Job Type: Full Time

Employment Type: Exempt

Compensation: Per Salary Schedule

Salary or Wage: Per Full Time Faculty Salary Schedule

Grade: FAC

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Humanities

Location: Brenham Campus

Target Hire Date: 8/17/2026