Lecturer Pool – English

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Position Title

Lecturer Pool – English

UW System / TTC Title and Code

Lecturer (TL020)

University Description

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. 

JOB DETAILS:

Program Description and Position Summary

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Department of English houses 3 tracks within the English major and is staffed with 17 tenure-track faculty and 1o 10 academic staff members. 

The department is part of the School of Humanities and Global Studies. Both the department and the school are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and socially just community. We are seeking applications from individuals who share this commitment. The successful candidate for this position will teach undergraduate courses in written composition like English 101 (Academic Reading and Writing) or English 202 (Academic Writing and Research). These courses serve students who need to complete the university’s GEP Written Communication Requirement. This is a semester appointment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications

• Earned the minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in English or closely related field.
• Experience in teaching English composition.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in collaborative and/or inclusionary settings
• Demonstrated commitment to reflective teaching practices
• Experience and evidence of success with college level instruction

SPECIAL NOTES:

Special Notes

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. UW-Stevens Point values diversity and inclusion as supported by our mission, “Through the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point fosters intellectual growth, provides a broad-based education, models community engagement and prepares students for success in a diverse and sustainable world.” 

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

• PTO offering prorated based on start date and hours worked.

TO APPLY:

How To Apply

This position and instructions on how to apply are located on our website. Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. To return to a draft application, click on the My Activities link at the top of the screen after logging in. Once you click on Submit Application, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. After submitting the application, you will receive an Application Confirmation email from the application system. Refer to the How To Apply document for more information.

Anticipated Appointment Date

Appointments can be for fall semester (August), spring semester (January), or in the summer

Terms of Employment

This is a semester by semester, instructional Academic Staff appointment, exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

Deadline

To ensure consideration, completed online applications must be received. Pool applicants will be contacted when/if openings are available. 

Required Materials

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: 

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three professional references
• Unofficial/Official Transcripts

(Official Transcripts required of finalist)

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Position Contact

For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: 

Rebecca Stephens, English Department Chair

Email: rstephe@uwsp.edu 

Phone: 715-346-3208

Human Resources Contact

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:

Human Resources

Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-2606

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