Adjunct Professor of English (Creative Writing)

William & Mary; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

William & Mary is creating a pool of qualified individuals for possible part-time adjunct teaching appointments in the English Department. The department anticipates needs in Creative Writing during the current academic year.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, preparing syllabi, delivering instruction, holding office hours, and performing other instructional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• MFA in Creative Writing or closely related field required.
• PhD or other terminal degree in English or related field preferred (ABD acceptable).
• Previous academic teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses as needed.
• Prepare syllabi and course materials.
• Deliver instruction and assess student learning.
• Hold office hours for students.
• Fulfill other instructional duties as required by the department.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary:The English Department at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, is recruiting a pool of qualified individuals for possible part‑time adjunct teaching appointments. For the current academic year, the department anticipates instructional needs in Creative Writing.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses depending on unit need.
• Preparing syllabi and course materials.
• Delivering instruction and assessing student learning.
• Holding office hours.
• Fulfilling other instructional duties consistent with departmental needs.

Required Qualifications

A Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing or a closely related field, or equivalent experience and qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or other appropriate terminal degree, or ABD status, in English or a related field at the time of appointment (August 10 for fall or January 10 for spring).
• Previous academic teaching experience is desirable.

Conditions of Employment

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
This is a part‑time position restricted to the term to which it is assigned and hired and is not eligible for benefits.
The position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional evenings, weekends, or overnight work as needed to meet operational requirements.
As part‑time exempt employees, adjuncts are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program. Total hours worked may not exceed an average of 29 hours per week over a twelve‑month period beginning May 1 each year.
Within Arts & Sciences, adjunct instructional workload limits apply. Total adjunct work hours for part‑time employment from May 1 through April 30 may not exceed 1,500 hours, generally equating to up to 14 credit hours for fall/spring and up to 6 for summer, not to exceed 18 credit hours for the year.
Adjuncts within the College of Arts & Sciences at William & Mary must maintain an in‑person presence for the duration of their appointment. Remote teaching opportunities are rare and subject to approval.

Appointment Details

• Fall: August 10 - January 9
• Spring: January 10 - May 24
• Summer Session 1: May 26 - June 26*
• Summer Session 2: June 29 - July 31* (expected contract effective date: June 25)
• Summer Session 3: May 26 - July 31*
• * Summer Session Terms are subject to vary each year