Independence Community College
Position Announcement
English Instructor
Independence Community College (ICC) is seeking applications for the position of English Instructor for its English department to start in August 2026. ICC is a rural, residential community college in southeast Kansas that is dedicated to continuous quality improvement and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Position Summary
The college is seeking a full-time tenure-track faculty member to teach courses offered by the English department. Composition instructors teach 30 credit hours or more per academic year of composition and literature courses.
Qualifications
A Master's Degree in English or appropriate equivalent degree is required.A minimum of thirty (30) upper division undergraduate credit hours in English courses and at least 18 credit hours of English at the graduate level is required. The applicant’s degree must be from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Preferred qualifications include three or more years of community college teaching experience, developmental teaching experience, and experience working with a diverse student body.
Position Information
This position will be paid in accordance with, and is eligible to be included, in the bargaining agreement between Independence Community College and the Independence Community College Faculty Association. Instructor affiliation with the ICC Faculty Association is voluntary.
Primary Responsibilities
Instruct students in English Composition using approved course outcome guides developed by college-wide subject area Faculty; assess student performance in these courses.
1. Provide classroom instruction to students for composition, developmental English and/or literature courses.
2. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to facilitate students’ learning needs.
3. Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.
4. Attend and participate in college-wide, campus/center division, department, and program meetings and activities.
5. Serve on Subject Area Curriculum Committees and/or such other College committees as may be assigned.
6. Attend in-service meetings.
7. Provide certification lists, and post student progress reports and grades on time, in conjunction with Registrar and Financial Aid requirements.
8. Comply with published College Policies and Procedures.
9. Perform other related duties, as applicable and as outlined in the Faculty Negotiated Agreement.
Independence Community College
Job Description
Composition Instructor
Other Professional Duties
1. Assist in the recruitment of students.
2. Provide registration, advising, and guidance assistance to students.
3. Provide professional assistance to staff and students.
4. Compile and/or research data as may be assigned.
5. Provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, tenure, or disability.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the English Instructor position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but only after full disclosure by the applicant.
1. Position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of up to (30) pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment. The job requires varying amounts of sitting, standing and walking.
2. This position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
3. The ability to communicate clearly with small or large groups of people, with an excellent comprehension of the English language, is essential.
4. Work is generally performed in an indoor setting using a commonly used technology and resources to facilitate.
Review Process
Once the deadline has passed and an initial screening has been conducted, all semi-finalists for the position may be asked to submit additional information for evaluation.
Interview Process
Finalist asked to interview with Independence Community College will be asked to grade a sample student essay, make a 15- to 30-minute presentation on writing and composition. Additionally, he or she will be meeting with the hiring committee. Please provide your own rubrics or supplemental materials if applicable.
Independence Community College seeks to recruit and retain talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. ICC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. The College does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristic including, but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status.
Independence Community College (ICC) is a two-year educational institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was established in 1925 as grades 13 and 14 of the Independence public school system. In 1967, Independence Community College legally separated from the school district. Construction of the new community college on a 68 acre campus, formerly the Independence Country Club, began in 1969. Classes at the new site began in September 1970. ICC campus is now home to the Academic Building, Fine Arts Building, Student Union, Cessna Learning Center, Field House, Administration Building, William Inge Center for the Arts, fitness center, athletic practice fields, disc golf course, 96-bed multi-structure living complex, and a 200 bed residence hall.
By renovating a donated building, in 2010, we expanded our college to include ICC West (2615 West Main Street). This campus is located on the west side of Independence and is home to our technical programs: Allied Health, Cosmetology, and GED/ABE. Additional renovations were completed in 2012 to accomodate our newest program, Veterinary Technology. This state-of-the-art facility includes animal wards, a classroom, lab, surgery, pharmacy, prep room, small animal treatment, food prep, grooming, and radiology.
ICC also maintains presence downtown through the ICC Foundation office and by partnering with the Independence Business Resource Center.
Currently, our educational and support programming includes 35 programs of study for Associates of Arts and/or Science degrees, 11 programs of study for Certificate completion, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, men's and women's athletic programs, and a variety of campus organizations and activities.
Mission Statement
Independence Community College serves the best interests of students and the community by providing academic excellence while promoting cultural enrichment and economic development.
Vision Statement
To be a community college that provides an exceptional educational experience by cultivating intellect, encouraging creativity, and enhancing character in a student and community centered environment.
Core Values
- Integrity: ICC holds its employees and students accountable to be honest, ethical, and transparent.
- Excellence: ICC demonstrates continuous quality improvement in academics and services offered to students and other stakeholders.
- Responsiveness: ICC looks to the future by responding to the emerging needs of its stakeholders.
- Diversity/Enrichment: ICC provides an environment that values uniqueness while promoting personal growth through creativity and innovation.
- Commitment: ICC commits to making decisions that best serve its students and community.
