English Instructor – English Composition I (ENG 101)

Employment Type: Part-Time Faculty (Minimum 12 Hours Per Week)

Location: Southeastern Health and Wellness Institute
201 Executive Center Drive
Columbia, SC 29210

Reports To: Program Director, Diagnostic Medical Sonography & Chief Administrative Officer

Compensation: $40.00 per hour (Instructional & Required Academic Duties)

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in English, English Composition, Rhetoric, Literature, Communications with graduate coursework in English, or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in English.
• Previous college-level teaching experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience teaching first-year composition or academic writing preferred.
• Experience with learning management systems and instructional technology preferred.
• Commitment to student success, academic excellence, and institutional integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Community college, university, or allied health education experience.
• Experience teaching students entering healthcare professions.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards for postsecondary education.
• Experience integrating critical thinking, research, and professional writing into coursework.
• Ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary academic programs.

Position Summary

Southeastern Health and Wellness Institute (SEHWI) is seeking a dynamic and engaging English Instructor to teach English Composition I (ENG 101) for students enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (AADMS) Program. This position will also support future associate degree and allied health academic offerings as the institution continues to expand.

The English Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in college-level composition while fostering critical thinking, research skills, professional communication, and academic writing necessary for success in healthcare education and professional practice.

The instructor will maintain compliance with institutional policies, South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (SC CHE) requirements, Council on Occupational Education (COE) standards, and future programmatic accreditation expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach English Composition I (ENG 101) utilizing the approved institutional syllabus.
• Deliver engaging classroom instruction that promotes academic excellence and student engagement.
• Develop lessons emphasizing:
• Academic writing
• Critical thinking
• Reading comprehension
• Research methods
• Documentation and citation
• Professional communication
• Healthcare writing applications
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and academic records.
• Evaluate student learning through assignments, examinations, essays, presentations, and classroom participation.
• Provide timely feedback to students.
• Maintain office hours and academic support for student success.
• Participate in curriculum review and continuous program improvement.
• Collaborate with allied health faculty to ensure writing assignments align with healthcare professions.
• Submit grades and required documentation within institutional deadlines.
• Participate in faculty meetings, institutional professional development, and accreditation activities as requested.
• Maintain compliance with all institutional academic policies.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and professional learning environment.

Instructional Responsibilities

The English Instructor will be expected to:

• Prepare weekly lesson plans.
• Maintain Canvas (or institutional LMS) course materials.
• Grade assignments promptly.
• Monitor student progress and communicate academic concerns.
• Encourage critical thinking and scholarly writing.
• Integrate technology into classroom instruction.
• Support institutional student retention initiatives.
• Maintain regular communication with the Program Director and Administration.

General Education Learning Outcomes

Students completing ENG 101 should demonstrate proficiency in:

• Academic and professional writing
• Critical reading and textual analysis
• Organization of ideas
• Research and information literacy
• MLA and/or APA documentation
• Ethical use of sources
• Effective written communication
• Revision and editing techniques
• Professional communication applicable to healthcare environments

Institutional Expectations

Faculty members are expected to:

• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity.
• Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled classes.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records (FERPA).
• Promote a positive educational culture.
• Support institutional growth initiatives.
• Serve as ambassadors for Southeastern Health and Wellness Institute.
• Model professionalism expected of future healthcare professionals.

Work Schedule

Minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, including:

• Classroom instruction
• Student support
• Lesson preparation
• Grading
• Faculty meetings
• Required institutional training
• Curriculum planning

Additional instructional assignments may become available as new allied health degree programs are implemented.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to:

• Stand for extended periods while teaching.
• Operate classroom technology.
• Lift instructional materials up to 25 pounds.
• Communicate effectively with students and faculty.
• Perform routine administrative and instructional tasks.

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person