<p>The department of Writing Studies, Rhetoric, and Composition is searching for new part-time Professional Writing Instructors to teach sections WRT 205 Spring 2026. Multiple sections may be available; teaching load for new instructors may be anywhere from 1 to 4 sections per semester dependent on need and availability. All offerings are contingent on budgetary approval and sufficient enrollment. PLEASE NOTE: All offerings are face-to-face in Syracuse, NY; remote teaching is not available. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per-credit rate history with the hiring department.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>MA or MS with graduate coursework in Composition and Rhetoric, English or related field. </li><li>Experience teaching writing at college or high school level required. </li><li>Prior experience as a Professional Writing Instructor at SU is preferred; current internal applicants will receive priority consideration. </li></ul> <p>Job Specific Qualifications</p> <p>Not Applicable</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>The duties associated with teaching assignments include:</p> <ul> <li>Developing and/or updating a class syllabus. </li><li>Ordering appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date. </li><li>Preparation of projects or other student assignments. </li><li>Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours. </li><li>Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course. </li><li>Meeting all the designated class periods. </li><li>Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University Regulations. </li><li>Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner. </li><li>Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations. </li><li>Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty. </li><li>Keeping current with developments and trends in the department's curriculum and in the field of rhetoric and composition. </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <p>"Not Applicable"</p> <p>Tools/Equipment</p> <p>"Not Applicable"</p> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>For consideration please submit application, cover letter, CV/resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for 2-3 professional references.</p>