English Faculty Jobs
English Faculty jobs are open across community colleges, four-year universities, and private institutions, from adjunct and visiting roles to tenure-track and full professor positions, with specializations in composition, literature, and creative writing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description
In compliance with the College’s Out of State Workers Policy, only candidates who will reside in and work from the states of Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio will be considered for this position.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership for online course delivery at the College in collaboration with the faculty lead including, but not limited to, the implementation of best practices for online delivery, identification of quality delivery standards, and implementation of new educational technology used in the online classroom.
- Take initiative on special projects related to online delivery and teaching and learning as guided by the faculty lead.
- Coordinate the hiring and loading of faculty to teach online sections within their school and/or discipline area.
- Provide direct supervision and evaluation of adjunct faculty teaching online sections.
- Coordinate supervision and evaluation for full time campus faculty in conjunction with campus program chairs or deans.
- Monitor instructor engagement for online courses and programs in their assigned curricular area(s).
- When appropriate, coach online faculty not meeting commonly accepted engagement requirements.
- Review and respond to faculty, staff and student issues related to the delivery of online courses.
- Participate in appropriate statewide meetings (such as Curriculum Committees) in their assigned curricular area(s).
- Develop and implement professional development opportunities for IvyOnline faculty and assistant faculty leads, where applicable.
- Work with IvyOnline course schedulers to ensure appropriate courses are scheduled each term.
- Provide leadership and advocate for online courses and programs in their assigned curricular area(s) in conjunction with the faculty lead, including regular communication with curriculum committees, program chairs, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Work with the faculty lead and instructional design team to bring new courses to IvyOnline as needed or as directed by the curriculum committee(s) in their assigned curricular area(s).
- All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Faculty Lead for their assigned School
SUPERVISION GIVEN: Faculty teaching IvyOnline course sections
Unofficial transcripts required as part of the application process.
Official transcripts required upon hiring.
https://my.ivytech.edu/policy?id=kb_article_view&sys_kb_id=c518b8b13b3b7610e4b987ac24e45a8d
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be credentialed per ASOM 7.1 for at least one course within their assigned program/discipline.
- Must be experienced facilitating individual and group conflicts, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must possess excellent organizational, planning, evaluation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to partner well with colleagues both in and outside of the organization.
- Must have the ability and willingness to travel within the state for work and occasional out-of-state travel for appropriate professional development.
- Ability to promote a welcoming environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.
Early Childhood Education Program Standard
A qualified faculty member in early childhood education meets the program standard through:
- Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in early childhood education, child development; or
- Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in courses closely related to early childhood education and development, with academic preparation appropriate to the course and /or specialty being taught; and
- Possesses one of the following: Professional certification in the field; or two years of directly related work experience in the field of early childhood - birth through age 8.
Education Program Standard
A qualified faculty member in education meets both of the following criteria:
- Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or a related field appropriate to the program, and
- Has both of the following: Current or expired professional state teaching license/certification and at least three years of K-12 teaching experience.
English Discipline Standard
A qualified faculty member in English meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English, or
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Job Description
In compliance with the College’s Out of State Workers Policy, only candidates who will reside in and work from the states of Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio will be considered for this position.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership for online course delivery at the College in collaboration with the faculty lead including, but not limited to, the implementation of best practices for online delivery, identification of quality delivery standards, and implementation of new educational technology used in the online classroom.
- Take initiative on special projects related to online delivery and teaching and learning as guided by the faculty lead.
- Coordinate the hiring and loading of faculty to teach online sections within their school and/or discipline area.
- Provide direct supervision and evaluation of adjunct faculty teaching online sections.
- Coordinate supervision and evaluation for full time campus faculty in conjunction with campus program chairs or deans.
- Monitor instructor engagement for online courses and programs in their assigned curricular area(s).
- When appropriate, coach online faculty not meeting commonly accepted engagement requirements.
- Review and respond to faculty, staff and student issues related to the delivery of online courses.
- Participate in appropriate statewide meetings (such as Curriculum Committees) in their assigned curricular area(s).
- Develop and implement professional development opportunities for IvyOnline faculty and assistant faculty leads, where applicable.
- Work with IvyOnline course schedulers to ensure appropriate courses are scheduled each term.
- Provide leadership and advocate for online courses and programs in their assigned curricular area(s) in conjunction with the faculty lead, including regular communication with curriculum committees, program chairs, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Work with the faculty lead and instructional design team to bring new courses to IvyOnline as needed or as directed by the curriculum committee(s) in their assigned curricular area(s).
- All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Faculty Lead for their assigned School
SUPERVISION GIVEN: Faculty teaching IvyOnline course sections
Unofficial transcripts required as part of the application process.
Official transcripts required upon hiring.
https://my.ivytech.edu/policy?id=kb_article_view&sys_kb_id=c518b8b13b3b7610e4b987ac24e45a8d
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be credentialed per ASOM 7.1 for at least one course within their assigned program/discipline.
- Must be experienced facilitating individual and group conflicts, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must possess excellent organizational, planning, evaluation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to partner well with colleagues both in and outside of the organization.
- Must have the ability and willingness to travel within the state for work and occasional out-of-state travel for appropriate professional development.
- Ability to promote a welcoming environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.
Early Childhood Education Program Standard
A qualified faculty member in early childhood education meets the program standard through:
- Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in early childhood education, child development; or
- Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in courses closely related to early childhood education and development, with academic preparation appropriate to the course and /or specialty being taught; and
- Possesses one of the following: Professional certification in the field; or two years of directly related work experience in the field of early childhood - birth through age 8.
Education Program Standard
A qualified faculty member in education meets both of the following criteria:
- Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or a related field appropriate to the program, and
- Has both of the following: Current or expired professional state teaching license/certification and at least three years of K-12 teaching experience.
English Discipline Standard
A qualified faculty member in English meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English, or
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in english faculty jobs.
- Master's degree in English, composition, rhetoric, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience teaching college-level composition or writing courses
- PhD in English or rhetoric and composition for tenure-track positions
- Evidence of scholarly research, publications, or creative writing output
- Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Experience teaching developmental or dual-enrollment English courses
Tips for Your English Faculty Job Search
Tailor your CV to each institution type
Community colleges weight teaching load and developmental education experience heavily, while research universities prioritize publications and grant activity. Adjust the order and emphasis of your CV sections so the most relevant credentials appear first for each application.
Highlight your teaching philosophy clearly
Many English faculty postings explicitly request a teaching philosophy statement. Draft a version that names the specific composition or literature courses you teach, the pedagogical approaches you use, and how you assess student writing outcomes.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists english faculty openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Signal your composition specialization specifically
If you teach writing-intensive courses, name the frameworks you use, such as process-based writing instruction or Writing Across the Curriculum programs. Generic references to 'strong writing skills' don't distinguish you from non-specialist candidates in English faculty searches.
Prepare a job talk on a teachable topic
English faculty finalists are almost always asked to deliver a sample lecture or teaching demonstration. Choose a text or concept from a 100 or 200-level course you've taught before, so the demo reflects real classroom experience rather than an improvised performance.
Follow up with the search committee chair
After submitting materials, a brief, professional email to the search committee chair confirming receipt and reaffirming your interest is appropriate in academic hiring. It signals genuine enthusiasm and keeps your name present during a review process that often runs several months.
English Faculty Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most english facultys?
The most active employers for english facultys right now are Ivy Tech Community College, Northern VA Community College, and South College, and the most openings are in Texas, Indiana, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges and regional four-year institutions consistently post the highest volume of english faculty openings nationwide.
How many english faculty jobs are remote?
About 28% of english faculty openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully online positions concentrated in composition, technical writing, and developmental English courses delivered through asynchronous platforms. Tenure-track and in-person literature roles remain predominantly on-campus.
How do you become a english faculty?
Start by completing a master's degree in English, rhetoric, composition, or a related field, which qualifies you for most adjunct and community college positions. For tenure-track roles at four-year institutions, a PhD is the standard requirement. Build your record by teaching as a graduate instructor, publishing in peer-reviewed journals or literary venues, and assembling a portfolio of syllabi, student evaluations, and a teaching philosophy statement before applying.
How do you get hired as an english faculty with little experience?
Start with adjunct or part-time positions at community colleges, which frequently hire instructors with a master's degree and limited formal teaching history. Tutoring in a writing center, leading workshops, or teaching dual-enrollment high school courses all count as relevant experience. Emphasize any graduate teaching assistantship, curriculum design work, or independent writing instruction you've done, and document student outcomes wherever you can.
What does the english faculty interview process look like?
Most searches begin with a screening interview conducted by the committee, often by video, covering your teaching approach, research agenda, and fit with the department's curriculum needs. Finalists are invited for a campus visit that typically includes a teaching demonstration or job talk, meetings with faculty and administrators, and a discussion of service expectations. The full process from application deadline to offer can run several months.
Where can I find and apply to english faculty jobs?
You can find and apply to english faculty jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges and universities across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits your background and career goals.
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