Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a full-time tenure track position in English to teach undergraduate courses in American literature and composition. Additional areas of expertise, such as gender and sexuality studies or digital media, are welcomed and encouraged.

The Department of Writing, Literature, and Languages is looking for candidates who demonstrate dedication to:

• Student-centered teaching and learning
• Individualized and supportive advising
• Effective and collegial communication

Qualifications for the position include:

• A Ph.D. in English
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching literature and composition courses
• Experience working with undergraduate populations with diverse levels of preparation and engagement

The Department of Writing, Literature, and Languages offers small class sizes in upper-division courses and opportunities to mentor, advise, and work closely with students, including as a supervisor in Blackburn’s student managed work program. Successful candidates will also be expected to teach general education literature and composition classes, and potentially courses in their areas of special expertise. The position is a 9-month contract with compensation dispensed over 12 months; summer teaching is not required. The faculty work on a beautiful, small campus in central Illinois, where faculty and staff generally work closely with one another on committees, assessment, and professional development.

Position requirements:

• Teach 4 courses per semester, based on student need and faculty availability
• Advise students (typically after the first year in the position)
• Service to the college via committee membership (typically after the first year in the position)

Application materials should include the following:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Statement of your teaching philosophy, including an articulation of your understanding of diversity and its role in fostering an inclusive educational environment
• Reference contact information (name/email/phone/address) for three professional references

Applicants should send their materials to Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL 62626 or email [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 27. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applicants should be legally permitted to work in the United States; the college is not able to sponsor faculty visas for employment immigration. Blackburn College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Salary Range: $54,000-$60,000, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Blackburn College features a robust benefits package. For additional information please visit https://blackburn.edu/about/administrative-offices/human-resources/ and click on the Employee Benefits Summary Tab.