English
Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Jobs available locally 10,447 |
Demand Locally +2 % |
Annual Wage Range $50,894 – $213,199 |
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
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Jobs available locally 210 |
Demand Locally +0 % |
Annual Wage Range $34,768 – $74,642 |
Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Jobs available locally 10,447 |
Demand Locally +2 % |
Annual Wage Range $50,894 – $213,199 |
Program Level:
Degrees, Pre-Majors/Transfer
Department:
English & Reading
Institute:
Creative & Communication Arts
College:
NVC
English Courses Links of Interest Faculty & Staff Labs Apply Now
About the Program
From literature and technical writing to composition and Integrated Reading and Writing (INRW), our faculty provide you with a world of discovery and practice. We will help you fine tune your writing skills and equip you with the tools necessary for academic and professional success. Whether you are an English or communications major, or just taking our courses to satisfy your degree requirements, we offer you a range of options to tailor your collegiate experience to your own goals, interests, and desires.
What will I learn?What you will learn by taking English courses at Northwest Vista College is how to communicate to a diverse world in a meaningful way, develop strong critical thinking skills, and effectively analyze arguments. Engaging in peer evaluations and participating in cooperative learning activities will also help develop your skills as a team player and prepare you for the workplace or another academic venture. |
What can I do with this course of study?When you study English you are opening a door to a diverse range of professional fields, including teaching, journalism, creative writing, library science, music and theater, advertising and publishing. English majors bring strong reading and writing skills to their work. They have success in careers in the media and fine arts, as well as business and social services. |
What is special about this program?
The English and INRW department at Northwest Vista Colleges is distinguished by a student-centered approach. Our goal is to help students develop confidence and build valuable skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking. The concepts you learn in English courses can be applied to every field. In addition, many of our English professors have been recognized with awards for teaching excellence. When you study English at Northwest Vista College you will be working with teachers who are published authors, accomplished scholars, and community activists.
Available Courses:
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ENGL 1301 - Freshman Composition I ENGL 1301 with INRW 0100 - Freshman Composition I Plus ENGL 1301 with INRW 0201 - Freshman Composition I Plus + ENGL 1302 - Freshman Composition II ENGL 2307 - Creative Writing ENGL 2311 - Technical Writing ENGL 2322 - British Literature I ENGL 2323 - British Literature II |
ENGL 2327 - American Literature I ENGL 2328 - American Literature II ENGL 2332 - World Literature I ENGL 2333 - World Literature II ENGL 2341 - Special Topics in Literature-Film and Literature ENGL 2341 - Special Topics in Literature-Queer Literature ENGL 2351 - Mexican American Literature INRW 0420 - Integrated Reading and Writing |
Links of Interest
NVC Creative and Communication Arts Institute
Literature Resources
Alex Catalogue of Electronic Texts
Grammar, Style, and Citation Resources
Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)
Local Literary and Creative Writing Opportunities
Careers
14 Jobs For English Majors That Pay At Least $60,000
Honor Societies and Student Organizations
Contact Us |
Jacqualyn Tocchi-Wallpe Location: Phone: |
Sabrina J. Carey Location: Phone: |
Fiona McWilliam English Faculty/Coordinator Location: Phone: |