Part-Time Instructor, Writing Program, Spring 2027

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 8,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Education benefits for employee and/or

Job summary

Rutgers University-Newark, Writing Program, seeks part-time instructors for the Spring 2027 semester to teach developmental writing and composition courses. Responsibilities include preparing materials, posting syllabi, delivering lectures, and grading assessments.

Courses may run day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid depending on departmental needs. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) with strong communication skills and university teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course materials and syllabi.
• Teach developmental writing and composition courses.
• Hold office hours and provide timely feedback on assignments.

Skills

Excellent communication

University teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Part-Time Instructor, Writing Program, Spring 2027

Position Title: Part-Time Instructor, Writing Program, Spring 2027

Department: Writing Program

Location: School of Arts and Sciences-Newark, Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N)

Contract Type: Part Time

Posting Number: 26FA0869

Posting Open Date: 10/07/2026

Salary Details

A minimum of $2,777 per credit.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Summary

The Writing Program, School of Arts and Sciences-Newark, Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), is seeking part-time instructors (Lecturer/Coadjutant) for the Spring 2027 semester to teach developmental writing and composition courses. The successful candidate will cover the full range of duties associated with teaching, including, but not limited to, preparing course material; creating and posting a course syllabus; presenting material during the assigned course times; holding office hours and providing appropriate out-of-class time for students; responding to student e-mails; conducting and grading assessments of students through assignments, exams, and other means, in a timely manner; and submitting final grades. Course appointments may require instruction during the day, in the evenings, on weekends, off-campus, online, hybrid, remotely, or any combination of these, based on the academic needs of the department/unit.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree strongly preferred.

Certifications/Licenses: None.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must. Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level is highly desired.

Preferred Qualifications: None.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: Not specified.

Other Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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