Looking for job opportunities in and around Chicago in teaching writing? Students in the MA in WRD program might be interested in the current, local listings below. For professional writing listings, check out this post!
Associate Director of the First-Year Writing Program | University of Illinois at Chicago
The University of Illinois at Chicago is running a search for a full-time Associate Director of the First-Year Writing Program. This is a 12-month academic professional position whose duties will involve both program administration and teaching. The application deadline is November 25. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to take on a critical administrative role and a commitment to teaching first-year writing courses to a diverse student body. The position will oversee the scheduling and staffing of all first-year writing courses; help evaluate curricular, programming, personnel, and budgetary matters; coordinate the placement testing process; monitor student enrollment in first-year writing courses and respond to all related inquiries; and supervise all administrative functions of the first-year writing program office, including running the weekly staff meetings. The Associate Director will teach one section of a first-year writing course each fall and spring semester.
Qualifications
A minimum of 2 years teaching first-year writing required. M.A. or Ph.D. in English or a related field required. Administrative experience in a college writing program strongly preferred.
English Adjunct Instructor | National Louis University
“National Louis University’s Undergraduate College is seeking English Adjunct Instructors to join our team, beginning in Winter Term (January 2020), to instruct: ENG 203: Effective Speaking and ENG 101: Beginning English Composition.”
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in English, Composition, Creative Writing, Written Communications, Literature, Rhetoric, Communication or closely related field. Or; Master’s degree; and 18 graduate semester hours in English, Composition, Creative Writing, Written Communications, Literature, Rhetoric, Communication or closely related field.
- Experience with digital tools for teaching, teaching in either online or blended/hybrid formats, and teaching to students of diverse backgrounds and abilities strongly preferred.
- Spanish-English bilingual or experience teaching English Language Learners a plus
Part-time Faculty | School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Lifelong Learning (DePaul University
“The School of Continuing and Professional Studies at DePaul University invites expressions of interest in part-time faculty teaching opportunities including online, hybrid, and on-campus. Part-time teaching opportunities are available throughout the academic year. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview. Academic course schedules fluctuate from quarter to quarter and the School will work with selected individuals to determine a quarterly schedule. Courses are not guaranteed; however the School does its best to give ample notice about available courses and potential course cancellations.”
Qualifications
To teach at the undergraduate level, a Master’s degree in one of the following areas; to teach at the graduate level including co-listed courses, a Doctorate in of the following areas:
- Mathematics
- Research Methods
- Writing
- Communications (various subfields)
ABE/ESL Instructor | Chinese Mutual Aid Association
“Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) is a non-profit organization that assists immigrants, refugees and low-income families in Chicago and its suburbs. Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) is seeking an Adult Basic Education (ABE) and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor to support its Adult Education, Workforce, and Citizenship programs. This instructor will prepare limited English proficient adult learners to succeed in the workforce, access post secondary education or training opportunities, and otherwise participate in their communities.
Qualifications
- Experience managing multiple projects, the ability to keep concise and accurate records, the ability to adapt to changing work priorities and maintain flexible working hours
- Proven ability to work both independently and as a team member, cooperating with and demonstrating cultural sensitivity to staff and constituents
- Previous experience teaching English as a Second Language or Adult Basic Education to adults
- Bachelor’s degree