Part-Time Lecturer - First Year English

UMass Dartmouth; Dartmouth (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

UMass Dartmouth's Department of English and Communication invites applications for Part‑Time Lecturers to teach in the First‑Year English program. Qualified candidates may begin as soon as Fall 2026.

The role focuses on undergraduate instruction and developing engaging writing curricula for first‑year students, with emphasis on effective feedback and inclusive pedagogy. A Master’s degree or higher in Writing Studies, Rhetoric, English, or a related field and college teaching experience are

Qualifications

• Must have at least one semester of college/university teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach First-Year English courses within the FYE program.
• Develop and implement engaging writing curricula for first-year students.
• Provide constructive feedback to students to support academic writing growth.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree or higher in Writing Studies, Rhetoric, English, or related field

Job description

UMass Dartmouth is a vibrant university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. Join us in our mission to support student success, foster academic excellence, and promote diverse collaboration. UMassD is a great place to work!

Position Overview

The Department of English and Communication at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth seeks Part‑Time Lecturers to teach in the First‑Year English (FYE) program. Qualified candidates might start as soon as Fall 2026.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: At the time of application, potential candidates must:

• hold a Master's degree or higher in Writing Studies, Rhetoric, English, or a related field, and
• have taught at least one semester of a comparable class at the college/university level

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in teaching first‑year writing, in developmental reading/writing, and/or dual enrollment First‑Year writing courses.

How to Express Interest

Expressions of interest are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit a cover letter, CV, and the contact information of three references.

About UMass Dartmouth

UMass Dartmouth has transformed the lives of 40,000 alumni and distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. It is the only Massachusetts Tier 1 national research university south of Boston. Located on a beautiful 710‑acre suburban campus on the South Coast of Massachusetts, UMass Dartmouth offers faculty the opportunity to work alongside talented students and colleagues in a community defined by genuine support and dedication.

Advertised: 10 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.