Winston-Salem State University is hiring: Writing Instructor in Winston-Salem

Overview

Please see Special Instructions for more details. Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.

Open dates and close dates are listed in the posting.

Position Information

Position Classification Title: Instructor

FLSA: Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA): 80093

EPA Position Type: JCAT

JCAT: 205000

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position: The Department of English invites applications for a 9-month Writing Instructor position with a start date of January 2026. Applications are encouraged by candidates with experience teaching first-year writing to students from various backgrounds. These one-year positions are reappointed annually, contingent upon performance and departmental needs.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities and Duties describe the specific job duties related to this competency. At a high level, WSSU seeks a committed and engaged full-time faculty member for the Department of English who will perform duties with excellence. These duties include but are not limited to:

• Teaching and Advising
  • Teach a full load (5:5) of undergraduate writing courses in general education.
  • Facilitate high quality, engaging instruction.
  • Leverage technologies (e.g., Canvas, EAB Navigate) to communicate regularly with students, monitor progress, and provide feedback on student success outcomes.
  • Engage with students during mandatory office hours each week.
• Service and Engagement
  • Attend departmental and College meetings consistently.
  • Serve on departmental-level committees.
  • Serve on College- and university-level committees.
  • Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional organizations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a M.A. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Applicants must have at least two years of undergraduate teaching experience and demonstrated ability to teach foundational writing in general education.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

We welcome candidates with a demonstrated commitment to responsive pedagogy practices and innovation.

Required License or Certification

• Valid US Driver's License

Notes

• Commercial Driver's License Required: No
• Physical Required: No
• List any other medical/drug tests required

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcripts
• References List

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Other Document
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3

Winston-Salem State University
601 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27110