Position Summary

The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track position in English Teaching. The successful candidate will have training and experience in teaching English Language Arts at the secondary level. Primary responsibilities include teaching ELA methods courses and advising English Teaching majors. The position may also include participation in periodic program review and service as a liaison between the Department of English and the university’s Teacher Education Council. English faculty are also expected to teach composition on a regular basis, so a background in writing studies is welcome.

Duties/Responsibilities

The teaching load is 4/4, with frequent opportunities for course releases and research support. English Teaching is a central part of the department’s undergraduate mission, and English Teaching majors comprise roughly half of our students. We seek a colleague who combines hands-on experience in secondary education contexts with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, an active research agenda, student advising, and meaningful participation in departmental life.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Qualified candidates must hold a doctoral degree in English, English Education, or a related field by August 2027. They must have experience teaching at the secondary level. Applicants who are ABD at the time of application will be considered, provided the doctoral degree is completed by August 2027.

About the College

For more information about USI's College of Liberal Arts visit https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts

About the Department

For more information about USI's English Department vist https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts/english

Application Process

Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:

Application materials should include:

Letter of application addressing relevant experience in English Teaching.
Current curriculum vitae
Names and full contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references
Unofficial transcripts
Brief statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages)
Description of research plans (no more than 1 page)
Evidence of teaching license (if applicable)
Official transcripts will be required at a later stage. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Search Committee Chair:

If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Amy Montz, search committee chair, at almontz@usi.edu.

Best Consideration Date:

For best consideration, please submit materials by December 10, 2026.

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI may sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the Associate Director of Human Resources, Constance Hermann, at cjhermann1@usi.edu or (812) 461-5363. Contacting the Associate Director of Human Resources is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

Assistant Professor of English