Lecturer

Interfolio, Inc; University (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University’s Department of Writing and Rhetoric (DWR) is hiring a full-time lecturer specializing in English Language Learning to start in August 2027. The position offers a two-year, renewable appointment for 3 in-person courses per fall/spring semester, teaching undergraduate ELLs in the Program in Academic English, graduate TA training, and first-year writing in the DWR.

The ideal candidate holds an MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics, has a minimum of three years’ ELL teaching

Qualifications

• MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics at time of application
• Minimum three years' experience teaching English language learners (ELLs) in a postsecondary setting
• Proficiency in prescriptive English grammar and phonetics
• Native or native-like fluency in English
• Preferred: group-based rubric assessment of student learning outcomes
• Evidence of academic service
• Commitment to inclusive excellence
• No visa sponsorship for this position

Responsibilities

• Teach three in-person courses per fall/spring semester in the Program in Academic English
• Mentor students and contribute to departmental service
• Support graduate-level international TA training and first-year writing in the Writing and Rhetoric program

Skills

Native English fluency

Education

MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics

Job description

Stony Brook University: Provost Office: College of Arts & Sciences: Writing and Rhetoric

Open Date

Oct 09, 2026

Deadline

Nov 09, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Stony Brook University’s Department of Writing and Rhetoric (DWR) is hiring a full-time lecturer specializing in English Language Learning (ELL, ESL, ESOL, ENL) to start in August 2027. Possession of an MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics at the time of application; minimum three years’ experience teaching English language learners (ELLs) in a postsecondary setting, including but not limited to grammar, phonetics, and/or phonology; proficiency in prescriptive English grammar and phonetics; and native or native-like fluency in English are required. Preferred credentials include experience with group-based rubric assessment of student learning outcomes; evidence of academic service; and demonstrated commitment to advancing educational access, opportunity, and inclusive excellence. The position offers a two-year, renewable appointment for 3 in-person courses per fall/spring semester, teaching undergraduate ELLs in the Program in Academic English, graduate-level international TA training, and first-year writing in the DWR. Other duties include performing departmental service and mentoring students.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Possession of an MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics at the time of application

Minimum three years' experience teaching English language learners (ELLs) in a postsecondary setting, including but not limited to grammar, phonetics, and/or phonology

Proficiency in prescriptive English grammer and phonetics

Native or native-like fluency in English

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with group-based rubric assessment of student learning outcomes

Evidence of academic service

Demonstrated commitment to advancing educational access, opportunity, and inclusive excellence

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and creating an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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