English Composition & World Literature Instructor (Full‑time, Temporary)

About the role

Austin Peay State University seeks a full‑time, temporary instructor to teach English Composition and World Literature. The position supports both online and on‑campus delivery within a department that values small classes and scholarly engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Teach English Composition I, English Composition II, Traditions in World Literature, and additional courses as needed.
• Design and deliver course content in line with the department’s curriculum for both online and on‑campus formats.
• Participate in departmental committees and service activities.

Required profile

• MA in English or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in English (PhD/MA in English or Rhetoric/Composition, MFA in Creative Writing highly desirable).
• Demonstrated experience teaching in‑person and online.
• Ability to teach introductory rhetorical concepts, research, and argumentation.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Required skills

• Proficiency with online teaching platforms and learning management systems.

What we offer

• Full‑time, three‑year renewable appointment with the possibility of extension.
• Opportunities to teach both on‑campus and online classes.
• Engagement with a supportive department that values small class sizes and scholarly interaction.