Part-Time Poetry Instructor: ENG 304 & 401 (Spring 2026)

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,800; Part time

Job summary

Syracuse University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty member to teach ENG 304 Writing Poetry and ENG 401 Advanced Writing Workshop Poetry on campus for Spring 2026. In-person instruction begins January 2026 with the first class on January 12, 2026.

The appointment is an 8.5-month, on-site adjunct role with pay by credit hour and priority given to internal candidates. Responsibilities include syllabus development, material selection, delivering lectures, maintaining office hours, and timely grading.

Qualifications

• MFA in Creative Writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or update a class syllabus.
• Order the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Prepare lectures, projects, and other student assignments.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours of two hours per week.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meet all designated class periods and reschedule in case of illness or emergency when possible.
• Provide final grades according to University regulations and timelines.

Skills

MFA in Creative Writing

Job description

Syracuse University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty member to teach ENG 304 Writing Poetry and ENG 401 Advanced Writing Workshop Poetry on campus for Spring 2026. In-person instruction begins January 2026 with the first class on January 12, 2026.

The appointment is an 8.5-month, on-site adjunct role with pay by credit hour and priority given to internal candidates. Responsibilities include syllabus development, material selection, delivering lectures, maintaining office hours, and timely grading.