Assistant Professor of English

Ball State University


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Position Title Assistant Professor of English
About this Opportunity Ball State University’s Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track position in TESOL and applied linguistics.
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  • Affordable Healthcare
  • Retirement
  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents and spouse)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development

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Appointment Type Tenure-track
Length of Appointment FT Academic Year
Description Ball State University’s Department of English invites applications for a tenure- track position in TESOL/linguistics available August 2023.
Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in linguistics and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), advising MA research projects, engaging in departmental and university service, working with local schools and community partners, and collaborating across departments and colleges at BSU that support teacher training.
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or Ed.D. in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Education or related field expected from an accredited college or university by August 1, 2023; must have research agenda and record of effective teaching, including experience as a licensed teacher.
Authorization to work in the US Employer will consider sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
  • K-12 teaching experience
  • Post-secondary teaching experience
  • English as a new language (ENL), second language (SLA), English as a foreign language (EFL) teaching experience
  • Expertise in at least one area of linguistics: morphology and syntax, phonetics and phonology, English linguistics, sociolinguistics, multilingualism and/or indigenous/minority languages/dialects in the US
  • Record of scholarship, including publication and/or presentation in primary area(s) of scholarship
  • Record of or potential for external funding
  • Record of building successful partnerships with K-12 schools
  • Programmatic assessment and accreditation experience

Required Certifications/Licensures
Pre-Employment Screening Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised None
EEO Statement Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department English:700100
College/Department Information The Department of English offers majors and minors in literature, creative writing, professional writing, English education, and applied linguistics, including teacher preparation licenses for English as a New Language; the department also offers graduate programs in many of these areas, including an MA in TESOL and Linguistics. Students in all programs work with creative, dedicated faculty to explore a variety of texts and contexts, with an eye to becoming better writers, more innovative thinkers, and more thoughtful citizens who can engage in a diverse, globalized world.
Department Email or Phone Number [email protected]

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 202200969F
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/01/2023
Position End Date
Posting Date 09/29/2022
Applications Accepted Through Date 11/03/2022
Open Until Filled No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information Mary Lou Vercellotti
([email protected])

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