Assistant or Associate Professor of English and Writing Program Administrator

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The Department of English and Languages, housed in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor of English and Writing Program Administrator. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant department dedicated to fostering excellence in language education, cultural studies, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

This is a 12-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, actively engage in mentoring and guiding doctoral students through their academic and research endeavors, foster a supportive and enriching environment within our PhD* program, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.

*The Civic Engagement and Humanities PhD is under submission and pending approval by THECB and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges with a proposed launch date of Fall 2026/Spring 2027.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

50% Administrative:

Program Oversight and Leadership

  • Provide administrative leadership for the First-Year Writing (FYW) Program and the Writing Intensive Program.
  • Collaborate with the Tarleton Today Coordinator and faculty to oversee the Tarleton Today dual enrollment program, including publishing its assessment results.
  • In collaboration with the FYW Coordinator, lead monthly meetings to address shared concerns, provide pedagogical guidance, and standardize appropriate assignment types for ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
  • Monitor national trends, research, and policies in writing studies; recommend related programmatic updates to the Department of English and Languages.

Faculty Support and Development

  • Partner with the FYW Coordinator to mentor and evaluate new and adjunct writing faculty.
  • Coordinate and deliver professional development, including:
  • Online and face-to-face faculty workshops (e.g., AI in writing, digital literacy, academic integrity).
  • Ongoing training in writing instruction best practices.
  • Maintenance and distribution of teaching resources on Canvas and the departmental website.
  • Review credentials and provide hiring recommendations for FYW, Tarleton Today, and adjunct program candidates.

Curriculum and Instructional Innovation

  • Support the development of ENGL 1301 and 1302 curricula to include writing for non-academic audiences and contexts.
  • Explore and define the role of AI in writing instruction:
  • Ensure alignment with core pedagogical values (e.g., rhetorical awareness, critical thinking, writing as process).
  • Develop policies and training materials to support responsible, ethical use of AI in classrooms.

Assessment and Reporting

  • Coordinate with the FYW Coordinator to conduct and document assessment of writing courses each long semester.
  • Prepare and present an annual program assessment report addressing:
  • Student success and retention in writing courses.
  • Impact of initiatives aimed at improving writing outcomes.
  • Recommendations for improving developmental and core writing completion rates.
  • Use assessment results to inform curricular and programmatic improvements.

Summer Duties

  • Oversee hiring of new writing faculty to meet enrollment needs.
  • Evaluate course effectiveness (face-to-face and online) and recommend revisions or new initiatives.
  • Update Canvas course shells for all writing courses.
  • Assist in recruiting faculty participants for the Conference on College Composition and Communication.
  • Represent the writing program during select summer orientation weekends.

40% Teaching and Service:

  • Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
  • Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
  • Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
  • Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
  • Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
  • Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
  • Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
  • Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

10% Research, Scholarship, and Professional Development:

  • Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant’s academic discipline.
  • Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant’s discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.
  • Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.
  • Stay current with developments in AI, composition theory, and digital rhetoric to ensure the writing program remains adaptable and innovative.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Earned doctorate in English or a related field from an accredited university, with a specialization in Writing Studies.
  • 2 or more years’ experience with administering a first-year writing program or a writing center.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience*** 

How to apply

Applications only accepted on-line at https://www.tarleton.edu/jobs and should be submitted to job posting R-086708. During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the ”Submit” action.

Employment applications must include (required):

Unofficial transcripts

  • Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.
  • Philosophy Statement related to Teaching, Administrative Service, and Research – no more than 1500 words

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Fall 2026.

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records – in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement – while transforming the lives of over 18,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. As a member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton will provide equal opportunity for employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity through The Texas A&M System.

With our state-of-the-art Candle Lighting Ceremony facilities, 110 years of tradition, friendly faculty and staff, and active student body, there is no doubt that Tarleton’s legacy is alive and strong across our campus.