English Instructor Jobs in Chattanooga, TN (NOW HIRING)

FACULTY

ENGLISH FACULTY

(9/10 Mo-Tenure Track)

Number of Openings:           1

Institution:                             Cleveland State Community College

Department:                          English

Reports to:                             Dean of Arts & Sciences

Campus Location:                Cleveland, Tennessee

Salary Range:                        **Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience

Position Status:                     Exempt / Full-Time

Moving Allowance:                N/A

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following: 

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. 

JOB SUMMARY

Instructors provide quality instruction that supports student learning and fosters a positive learning environment in the classroom. The primary responsibility of instructors is teaching and evaluating students in their courses. Instruction is delivered on-site throughout the college’s five-county service area and may also be offered through online teaching formats. Instructors communicate with students outside of class and are responsible for a variety of administrative duties, including committee work, assessment, registration, and advising.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in English or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in qualifying coursework, which may include Reading, Writer’s Workshop, Composition I, Composition II, Literature, dual enrollment or related areas.
• Valid driver’s license.

The educational requirements listed for this position reflect the qualifications for the rank of Instructor. An appointee may be appointed at a higher academic rank provided the individual meets the minimum education and experience requirements established by the Tennessee Board of Regents, including any future revisions to those requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plan and teach classes as assigned in accordance with course descriptions, course syllabi, departmental guidelines, and approved instructional formats, including on-site instruction throughout the college’s five-county service area and online delivery as applicable.
• Fulfill all instructional requirements required by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR).
• Remain current in the instructional field and in effective teaching methodologies.
• Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintain appropriate office hours, and obtain approval for any commitments that may affect employment responsibilities.
• Be accessible to students for advising, academic assistance, and support based on the instructional format.
• Participate in institutional and academic unit meetings.
• Maintain and safeguard all required records and report grades as prescribed by the Registrar.
• Comply with Cleveland State Community College and Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) policies and procedures.
• Participate in division, student, and academic year evaluations as required by the college.
• Support and participate in the college’s recruitment and retention efforts.

Non-Essential Functions

• Instructors will be required to meet standards now required or which may be required by the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC).

• May be required to achieve additional skill, knowledge, or credentialing levels.

• Perform public service and community engagement activities consistent with the institution’s mission and service area.
• Support, promote, and serve as an advisor to campus clubs, student organizations, and other related student activities as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional practices and the ability to perform the responsibilities expected of a college-level instructor.
• Knowledge of the mission, role, and functions of a comprehensive community college.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to support student success through advising, student engagement, assessment activities, and participation in academic or institutional committees.

• Ability to develop, coordinate, or support educational and professional development opportunities for students, faculty, and staff.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and the ability to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations.
• Demonstrated competency in the use and operation of instructional equipment and technologies relevant to the discipline.
• Knowledge of available instructional media resources and their effective application in teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in computer-related skills necessary for job performance, including instructional and administrative technologies.
• Preferred experience:
• Three years of teaching experience in the coursework listed in Job Standards/Qualifications.
• Experience with alternative instructional delivery methods, including hybrid, online, interactive, or other technology-supported teaching formats.

WORK ACTIVITIES & EQUIPMENT

Work activities routinely involve the use of standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, and other related devices. Employees are expected to perform tasks such as data entry, document preparation, email communication, and report generation using these tools.

JOB LOCATION

This on-site position is based at the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. The role includes responsibilities at off-site instructional locations as needed, including the McMinn Higher Education Center (MHEC) in Athens, Tennessee, and dual enrollment sites within the College’s five-county service area.

The position may require travel throughout the College’s five-county service area, as well as occasional travel to state meetings, conferences, and other professional development events as needed.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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Cleveland State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/H.S.A.
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457
• Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year
• Sick and Annual Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

If you are interested, click on the link to apply. 

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by June 3, 2026.

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Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423-478-6203; FAX: 423-478-6257
Email: humanresources@clevelandstatecc.edu

Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

The following link will direct you to a reporting section of the college’s website:  How Do I Report