Professor, English (Winter Haven)

Salary $44,023.00 - $62,567.49 Annually Location Winter Haven Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202600226 Org English Opening Date 09/28/2026 Please label all uploaded documents with your full name (for example: Jane_Doe_Resume ). This helps ensure your materials are properly matched to your application. If you are a currently active Polk State College employee, please create an account using your polk.edu staff email address. Our HR system will not recognize you as an active employee.

Description

Reporting to the campus Academic Dean, the primary role of this full-time instructional position is to provide college-level instruction and instruction-related activities designed to encourage, support, and enable students' success. Working for Polk State College, you join a talented and dedicated academic community as they prepare tomorrow's leaders. Essential Functions/Duties Teach courses in accordance with published course descriptions, schedules, procedures, and course outlines. Work with the campus dean, associate dean, department chairs and other faculty and staff as appropriate to assess and modify course and program goals, objectives, methods, and content.

Conduct on-going evaluation of student progress and maintain records of student course/class performance. Prepare and submit grade reports and other reports on student performance as may be scheduled or required. Conduct class evaluations and complete other college evaluations in accordance with college policy. Maintain a high level of expertise in the subjects taught.

Other duties as assigned. The compensation (pay level) for this position is based upon the degree level attained and years of experience in the specific discipline (Step 10 is the maximum step for an incoming faculty member). Please review the Polk State College Salary Schedule here to ensure our pay ranges are within your compensation expectations. Typical Qualifications Required Skills: Extensive knowledge of the subject area(s) in which the individual is responsible for instruction.

Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and effective instruction. Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics and challenges of community college students. Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development. Working Conditions/Additional Information This position is an on-campus position located at our campus. (Remote/hybrid options are not available.) Weekend and evening work may be required.

Position may be required to work during college closures (such as winter/spring break and inclement weather closures). Travel to seminars and conferences required. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Master’s degree or higher in English, Literature, Applied Linguistics, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university OR Master’s degree or higher with at least 18 graduate credit hours in English, Literature, Applied Linguistics, TESOL, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university. Teaching experience is preferred.

Supplemental Information

Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered: A resume. An electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed). A cover letter or statement of teaching philosophy. Unofficial transcripts.

Important Information If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.

Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship. To request Veteran’s Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application. Polk State College is a drug-free workplace. Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis. Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1, etc.) will not be considered. Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.

Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

Equal Opportunity

Statement Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. For information about the College’s equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact: Title IX Coordinator 3425 Winter Lake Road Lakeland, FL 33803 863.669.2903 [email protected] For additional information, visit polk.edu/compliance We encourage applicants to provide feedback on their experience or request help at [email protected] . We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers. To learn more details, visit our benefits page. 01 Are you over the age of 18?

Yes No 02 Are you currently authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? Yes No 03 Will you now or in the future require any type of employer sponsorship or immigration-related support to legally work for Polk State College? (This includes but is not limited to the following: H-1B, H-1B1, J-1, TN, E-3, O-1, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT.) Yes No 04 Are you currently in a period of F-1 CPT or OPT or seeking employment under one of these programs? Yes No 05 Are you a United States Veteran or a qualifying family member seeking to use Veterans' Preference? (Please upload your DD-214 documents to your profile/application.) Yes No 06 Are you a current employee at Polk State College? Yes No 07 I am able to work 100% on campus and I do not require a remote or hybrid schedule.

Yes No 08 Are you bilingual? Yes No 09 Do you have a Master's Degree or higher or at least 18 graduate credit hours in English, Literature, Applied Linguistics, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) or related field from a regionally accredited college or university? Yes No 10 How many total years of instructional/teaching experience do you have? None 1-2 years 2-3 years 3-5 years 5-10 years 10+ years 11 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions.

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