Professor of English (Spring 2027) at Arizona… · Yuma

Professor of English (Spring 2027)

Great teaching opens doors, and great English educators help students find the words to walk through them. We are looking for an innovative Professor of English who brings literature, writing, and language to life while creating an engaging classroom where ideas flourish and students discover their potential.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to bring your passion for teaching, creativity, and student success to our team and make a lasting impact on the next generation of thinkers, writers, and communicators.

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students.
• Teach 15 equated load hours/semester (to include material and preparation time); develop and grade exams and instruments to evaluate student learning and progress; submission of student grades/progress as required by the programs/policies of the Instruction area.
• Maintain a minimum of 5 office hours/week/semester load and direct interaction with students in a formal learning environment for a 15-equated load hour schedule
• Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in the discipline, OR
• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline, OR
• Master’s degree in any discipline with three years of full-time work experience related to the course(s) taught, OR
• Bachelor’s degree with an industry recognized license or certification and three years of full-time work experience, OR
• Bachelor's degree with a current Arizona teaching certificate in the discipline and three full-time years teaching in the content area, OR
• Meet qualifications as outlined under institutional procedure, Faculty Credentials

Salary: 2026/27 minimum is $54,134, commensurate with education and experience. Discover your placement in our 2026/2027 Faculty Salary Schedule.

Notes:

• Location: Yuma, AZ
• Benefits Eligible
• Instruction assignment dependent upon departmental and/or institutional needs.
• Faculty may be asked to teach on various campuses, via in-person, online, hybrid, and virtual learning environments, as directed by the needs of the institution for a given semester.
• Course scheduling may include daytime, evenings, and/or weekends

Why Work at AWC? At Arizona Western College, we are committed to providing a rewarding work environment:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents
• Innovative and student-focused institution - learn more!

Explore our complete benefits here!

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POSTING DATE: Date: October 20, 2026

FIRST REVIEW DATE: The first review of applications date begin on November 2, 2026. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

1. Completed Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)
3. Cover Letter
4. Unofficial Transcripts

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

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ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO: Arizona Western College Human Resources Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629 Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu

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