Lecturer in English
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Job Description:
Faculty Position in English Lecturer in FirstYear Writing
POSITION: Western Colorado University invites applications for a nontenuretrack fulltime Lecturer position in English FirstYear Writing (FYW). Position responsibilities include teaching FYW courses: ENG 102: Writing & Rhetoric I and ENG 103: Writing & Rhetoric II with the possibility of also teaching corequisite sections and English courses offered within the General Education program as needed. Teaching load is 30 credits per academic year with the possibility of a reduced load for reassign time for campus service which may include recruitment serving on campus committees and advising. Strong commitment to effective and inclusive teaching practices service and professional development is expected. This position is inperson oncampus and is a oneyear appointment that is potentially renewable.
The English program provides a supportive compassionate and inclusive environment for dedicated professionals. This is a vibrant English program that houses firstfear writing literature creative writing secondary licensure a Humanities and Diversity minor and a Professional Writing Certificate.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- MA MFA PhD or Masters Degree with 18 graduate hours in the field of English Writing Studies/Composition & Rhetoric or comparable graduate courses
- An excellent record of universitylevel teaching experience and/or high school teaching experience
- Demonstrated ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
- Willingness to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population
Preferred:
- A degree in Writing Studies/Composition & Rhetoric
- Experience teaching corequisite courses
Collegiality and professional flexibility are characteristic of the department and would be sought in the successful candidate.
SALARY/BENEFITS:$50000$51000 annualized salary depending on qualifications and experience. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan dental insurance retirement plan life insurance and other insurance options. After one year of employment Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four has acquired local rental agreements for newly hired employees moving to the Gunnison Valley which can serve as bridge housing. Upon hire contact information for housing opportunities will be provided by the Human Resources department.
START DATE: August 15 2025
APPLICATIONS:Apply online at Required attachments to the application include:
- Letter of application (cover letter or statement of interest)
- Curriculum vitae
- Transcripts
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Reference list with names and contact information of three references.
Please direct questions to Tamara Toomey CALL Department Chair and Director of FirstYear Writing: .
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act in any materials you submit you may redact or remove ageidentifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:May 14th 2025 at 11:59PM (MST).
Screening of applications will begin immediately.
Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of 3700 students. 47 of students are undergraduates 33 are graduate students and 80 receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries 50 states and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17 Westerns faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized rigorous and immersive education. Visithttp:// learn more about the university.
Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison Colorado about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tightknit community. Living in the valley one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals exhibitions performances wellness activities and more. In the winter many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of crosscountry trails. In the summer bikers hikers and runners explore 750plus miles of singletrack trails while others delight in fishing boating and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. PreK12 students are served by the highlyranked Gunnison Watershed School District.
Western Colorado University encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (for state classified positions with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/vets.
Western Colorado University believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (for state classified positions with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Please see our diversity statement and our DEII Committee charge.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any preemployment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at or.
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
Employment Type
Full-Time
