Instructor of English and Communication

Instructor of English and Communication About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut's 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students' academic, career, and personal success.

Posted: February 3, 2026

Level: Instructor

Employment Type: Standard, tenure track position

Hours: Full-time, 10-month (30 credit hours per academic year)

Anticipated

Start Date:

Fall 2026 Semester

Work Location: CT State Housatonic, 900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT

Work Modality: On site;
Position is not remote

Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

All Teaching Faculty members shall:
Prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and class schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping each course taught complete and up to date; respond to and work with multiple constituencies, including students, peers (faculty and staff), and external agencies (business, community, educational, etc.); perform divisional departmental responsibilities in the selection of texts and related teaching resources;

and other teaching and related duties as outlined on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, or other administrator, the Assistant Professor is responsible for teaching thirty (30) credit hours per academic year and delivering a range of courses within the assigned discipline. Courses may be offered in lecture, hybrid formats, and teaching schedules may include both day and evening classes.

• Teaching courses within the assigned discipline area in accordance with institutional standards
Evaluating and assessing student learning outcomes
• Providing student support, mentoring, and academic advising
• Developing curriculum and periodically reviewing
• Assisting with program reviews and accreditation-related activities
• Planning and executing program-related events
• Attending workshops, trainings, and/or professional conferences to maintain currency in the field

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends

• Master's degree in English or Communication or a related discipline.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

• At least three (3) years of experience teaching college-level courses
• Familiarity with the community college experience as a student, faculty, or staff member
• Experience teaching developmental writing courses, especially those employing corequisite or embedded support models.
• Experience teaching Public Speaking or other oral communication courses.
• Experience incorporating educational technology to enhance learning, e.g., Blackboard or other learning management systems, online or hybrid instruction, or other tools or software.

Salary $65,708 approximate annual

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

To apply, submit:

• A cover letter
• A resume

The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.

• Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will…