The Department of English and Modern Languages is looking to hire a 9-month, non-tenure-track English position at the rank of Instructor, with possibility of annual renewal.
Minimum Qualifications: M.A. in English or related field from a regionally accredited university and evidence of teaching excellence related to first-year writing.
Preferred Qualifications: Expertise and experience in developmental or co-requisite writing instruction; knowledge of generative AI technology; and/or experience working with international students.
Rank: Instructor
Appointment Date: August 12, 2025
Application Deadline: Priority Deadline February 1, 2025
Salary: The best current, good faith estimate of the salary is $46,900, which is based on data from the College and University Professional Association (CUPA). This amount is subject to change.
Responsibilities: To teach 12 hours (4 courses) per semester with primary assignment being ENG 101 and ENG 102 (English composition I and II). Most (if not all) will be face-to-face classes on the FHSU campus, with the possibility of occasional online courses. In addition, candidates will be expected to perform departmental and university service and maintain an active scholarly agenda: 60% Teaching, 20% Service, and 20% Scholarship/Research.
Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit the following documents.
- Cover letter detailing their experience and qualifications
- Current c.v.
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Evidence of teaching excellence (to include but not limited to course evaluations, peer observations, and syllabi)
- Copies of university transcripts showing graduate coursework
- Names and contact information for three professional references.
Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Name: Dr. Eric Leuschner, Chair
Phone: 785-628-4285
About the Department:
The Department of English and Modern Languages at Fort Hays State University offers a Bachelor of Arts in English with three concentrations: Literature, Teaching, and Writing; a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish in two concentrations: Spanish Education and Spanish for Specific Purposes; and a Master of Arts degree in English. The Department has been an integral part in the university’s international programs, offering our Composition sequence in cross-border programs in China for over twenty years. We envision our graduate concentration as important training for similar careers in teaching academic writing internationally. In addition, the department offers courses in the general education program including the first-year composition sequence, interdisciplinary courses, and modern languages.
About the College:
The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science's mission is to prepare the responsible student for citizenship, personal growth, and the 21st century workplace by striving to provide value-centered liberal arts education anytime and anywhere at an affordable cost. For more information about the college, please visit
https://www.fhsu.edu/coas/.
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination: Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
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