Visiting Lecturer of English

Position Summary

The School of Language and Literature (SLL) at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer of English to start in August 2026. This is a one‑year position that may be renewable depending on performance and programmatic need. The successful candidate will teach the equivalent of four classes per semester, split between lower‑division English courses (e.g., First Year Seminar) and English Education courses.

Interested candidates should apply at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu
. Completed applications must include:

• a letter of application outlining your interest in and qualifications for the position;
• a CV with contact information for three professional references.

• Ability to teach English courses and supervise English teaching residents regarding pedagogy and residency;
• Knowledge of English pedagogy;
• Ability to liaison with community school districts and administrators;
• Ability to use state‑required rubrics to assess teaching residents.

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education;
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures;
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment;
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as part of a team;
• Ability to make sound judgments;
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities;
• Civility in all interactions;
• Demonstrate effective follow‑up.

Master’s degree in English and/or Education; licensure in Arkansas with at least three years working as an Arkansas 7‑12 ELA teacher.

Preference will be given to candidates with higher degrees in English or Education or longer teaching experience.

An Arkansas teaching license, ELA7‑12, held at some point, may be expired but may not be revoked.

Onsite

This position may be subject to a pre‑employment criminal, sex‑offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal‑opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date: 06/25/2026
Close Date: 07/24/2026
Desired

Start Date:

08/16/2026

Address queries to Dr. Glenn Jellenik, Director of the School of Language and Literature and Professor of English,
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