Developmental English Instructor I

*Instructions to applicants:*Submit letter of interest, curriculum vitae, three original letters of reference, and completed Sul Ross Faculty Application to Human Resources Director, Sul Ross State University, Box C-13, Alpine, TX 79832. Phone (432) 837-8058; Fax (432) 837-8244. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Application form is available on the "employment" page of the Sul Ross website. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the U.S.
*PLEASE NOTE*:* All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.*
* Job Title:*Developmental English Instructor I
*Location:*Alpine
*Department:*Academic Center for Excellence
*Job No.:*998917
*Posting Date:*04/22/2025
*Until Filled:*Yes
*Appointment Date:*09/01/2026
*Salary:*Commensurate with education and experience.
*Required:**Required:
*M.A. English or Intensive Reading Major; demonstrated interest in developmental education pedagogy; able to teach via distance education.

*Primary Responsibilities:**Responsibilities:*
Teach 15 semester credit hours (five courses) per semester. Course responsibilities include all developmental education English courses. We encourage and foster new, innovative, or creative teaching methods. Position is Security Sensitive.

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

The University offers an excellent benefits package to faculty members including: a free basic individual health care package, the option of a State retirement or Optional Retirement Package (ORP), traditionally available summer teaching opportunities, small class sizes, and a small private liberal, arts college environment rarely found in a state supported university.

*Other Information:**An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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