Visiting Faculty, Writing Center

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Teach a total of 3 semester hours each year in Writing and Composition, with a focus on Teaching the Writing Process.

• Actively engage as a character educator aligned with Principia’s mission.

• Maintain designated office hours.

• Provide academic support to students through meetings.

• Prepare for, instruct, and assess student learning in courses that reflect Principia’s liberal arts philosophy.

• Foster the development of students’ critical thinking, writing, research, and communication abilities.

• Comply with Quality Matters and Canvas checklist standards for remote learning environments.

• Contribute to the academic community through scholarly activities and potentially evaluate academic programs.

• Support Principia’s initiatives and advocate for character education based on Christian Science principles.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Writing and Composition is required.

• A Ph.D. in a related area is preferred.

• Preference for candidates who are students of Christian Science.

• Support for Principia’s mission, vision, and values is essential.

• Openness to teaching various subjects as an academic generalist.

• Capability to engage with a diverse range of students and skill levels.

• Experience in classroom teaching or working with college-age students is preferred.

• Proficiency and confidence in utilizing a learning management system.

• Evidence of previously developed and delivered online courses is required.

• Ability to adhere to Quality Matters and Canvas checklist standards.

• Commitment to maintaining office hours and offering academic assistance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive starting salary based on experience and qualifications.

• Flexible remote teaching setup.

• A collaborative and inclusive academic environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Chance to participate in scholarly initiatives, academic program evaluations, and Principia activities.