English Visiting Instructor
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Join Florida Polytechnic University, Florida’s All-STEM public university and the #1 public college in the South, as a Full-Time OPS Visiting Instructor in English!
In this role, you will have the opportunity to support and inspire high-achieving undergraduate students pursuing degrees in mathematics, science, and engineering. Through engaging, face-to-face instruction in courses such as Professional and Technical Writing (ENC 2210), you will help students strengthen the communication and writing skills essential to their academic and professional success.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Appointment Details
Start Date: January 4, 2027
End Date: May 5, 2027
Appointment Type: Full-Time OPS
This appointment is expected to conclude at the end of the Spring 2027 semester, with the possibility of extension into subsequent semesters based on the University’s instructional needs.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Face-to-face course development and delivery skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Past experience teaching technical, professional, scientific, environmental, risk, or health communication preferred.
Industry experience in technical and/or professional communication is desirable.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in English, Communication, or closely related field from an accredited institution with at least 18 credit hours in the discipline.
COMPENSATION : Starting compensation will be commensurate with years of teaching or professional experience.
APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE:
Positions are open until filled (or recruitment canceled). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
Visa Sponsorship : No visa sponsorship will be considered for this position. The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization through the employment.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply, submit PDFs of the following documents through the Florida Polytechnic Careers Website:
Letter of Application that addresses your teaching experience or philosophy.
Curriculum Vitae
Names and contact information of at least 3 professional references
Unofficial copy of transcripts for the highest degree earned. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Transcripts issued outside of the United States require an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be submitted with the application.
If any of these three items are missing, you will not be considered for the position. References will not be contacted unless you are selected as a finalist for the position.
ABOUT FLORIDA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Florida Polytechnic University, opened in 2014 as the state’s STEM-focused public university, offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees with intentional industry connections. Dedicated to preparing students to make significant contributions and become leaders in STEM fields, Florida Poly integrates foundational STEM knowledge and skills with applied, project-based learning. The University prioritizes hands-on learning in small classes guided by world class faculty who serve as instructors, mentors, and researchers.
Florida Poly’s ultra-modern campus is located in Lakeland, along the I-4 High Tech Corridor between Tampa and Orlando. With no state income tax and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida.
ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:
Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on…