Pro Tem Instructor (English) - Open Pool

Position Summary

We invite applicants who have experience with and enthusiasm for teaching composition to first-year students to apply for our Pro Tem instructor open pool. Pro Tem Instructor appointees will primarily teach undergraduate composition courses in the department of English. Candidates should demonstrate experience with best practices in writing pedagogy, inclusive teaching practices, and ability to support first-year student success.

Candidates should also be able to teach occasional courses in film and media, lower-division literature (Introduction to Drama, Poetry, or Fiction, Shakespeare, British or American surveys), and folklore, as needed. Advising students in office hours and participation in program assessment as part of teaching duties are expectations of the appointments. Pro Tem Faculty are expected to attend Composition Conference and Composition Program meetings, as their teaching schedules allow.

Minimum Requirements

M.A. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a closely related field. Three (3) terms or two (2) semesters of experience teaching composition or writing-intensive courses to undergraduates.

Preferred Qualifications

Training and experience teaching multimodal composition. Experience using Canvas or another LMS to support in-person instruction.

Department Summary

The English Department houses the Composition Program, which serves close to 7,000 undergraduate students each year. The University of Oregon and the Department of English are committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse institution and seek candidates excited to contribute positively to its diverse community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications should include: A current CV. Names and contact information for three professional references. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Benefits

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status.