Writing Instructor

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!The following are reasons why you should join our team:Sick Leave - Earned per Contract RateEmployee and Dependent Tuition WaiverOpportunities to engage in professional development opportunitiesCommitted to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance ProgramMedical Benefits that are robust and affordableVisit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package includingMedical, Vision, and DentalLife Insurance and Long-Term Disability are incorporated into our benefitsLearn more about our retirement benefits at MUS RetirementCampus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking pathThe primary responsibility of the person holding this position will be to provide quality instruction in a variety of undergraduate writing courses as part of the City College General Education Department. Reporting to the department chair and supervised by the dean of the college, the Writing faculty will also support the mission, purpose, and goals of City College at Montana State University Billings. Responsibilities include delivering courses and teaching up to 30 credits for the academic year of General Education Department specific and department-related coursework, collaborating with peer department instructors to ensure courses and curriculum meet student and business needs, providing academic advising of program students as necessary, and assisting with retention and resource development activities.General

• Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.
• Committed to continuous quality improvement.Teaching
• Prepare and teach assigned courses in curriculum.
• Facilitate the learning process that creates a safe non-threatening climate which supports learning across the curriculum.
• Participate in assessment of student learning activities to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet program outcomes.
• Teach up to 30 credit hours per year online and onsite in classroom and laboratory settings.
• Teach various writing courses, including, but not limited to, WRIT101: College Writing I, WRIT121: Intro to Technical Writing and WRIT122: Intro to Business Writing
• Teach corequisite or “enhanced” courses
• Collaborate with related programs regarding their needs for writing curriculum
• Support student success including office hours and advising.
• Improve and refine curriculum and course content to meet the needs of changing student populations.
• Assess student learning at the course, program, and institutional level.Service
• Includes University service by participating in committees and activities as appropriate to position.
• Serve on committees, task force(s), and special projects contributing to the growth of the Program, City College, and Montana State University Billings. Scholarly Activities
• Maintain appropriate certifications and licenses.
• Maintain proficiency in teaching and specialty expertise.
• Maintain expertise in discipline.
• Attend selected professional development activities.
• Maintain currency in writing education through the review of relevant journals, abstracts, and scientific literature to include existing and emerging technologies, including underlying educational principles.QUALITIES:
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting under-prepared students
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills.
• Commitment to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations of students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to represent the college and the university as a professional.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• A passion for education that supports individual, economic, and social change.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in all facets of the student-teacher relationship and to teach a diverse group of students.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Education Required:
• Master’s degree with 9 graduate credits in English or a related field from a regionally accredited University.Experience Required:
• Experience teaching at the secondary or post-secondary level.
• Experience using a variety of teaching and assessment techniques to enhance student success.
• Experience with teaching traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.Education Preferred:
• Master’s Degree in English or WritingExperience Preferred:
• Educational background in instructional methodology.
• Experience teaching underprepared/developmental learners.
• Demonstrated experience teaching with a Learning Management System (i.e. Desire2Learn, Canvas, etc).Special Requirements:Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website.This position is not eligible for NEW sponsorship.Physical Demands:Requires sufficient mobility to work in a college with hands-on programs and operations,operate office equipment, able to lift, push or pull at least 25 lbs. Additional physical demands may include: stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching overhead and horizontally, repetitive hand movements, sitting for extended periods of time, and 4-6 hours of screen time per day.