Instructional Specialist – Writing Studies

Job Number: R1002987

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
• The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the “My Experience” section of your application.

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Full-time, 10-month Instructional Specialist position in the Writing Studies Department starting in the 2023-2024 academic year. The instructional specialist will be an integral part of the department and university through teaching in the first year writing program. The teaching load is 4/4. This is a two-year, renewable, non-tenure track position.

The Writing Studies faculty are a diverse group of writers, educators, professionals, and artists who are committed to the teaching of writing and critical thinking to the students of Montclair State University. Writing Studies faculty come with joint enthusiasm for the intellectual work of academic, public, and professional writing and to get to know their students who are pursuing a wide variety of majors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• MA or MFA or equivalent in Writing, English, or related field

PREFERRED:

• PhD preferred
• Record of success teaching first-year writing in a diverse, multi-ethnic environment.
• Significant coursework and/or professional development experience in composition studies.  

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Montclair State University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community that is representative of the State of New Jersey through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Montclair State University’s commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to thrive as a global citizen.  As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we are working to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the varied voices of our students, faculty, and staff. Montclair State University encourages candidates to apply who will contribute to the cultural tapestry of the University and who value teaching a diverse student population, many of whom are first generation students.

SALARY RANGE:      Commensurate with experience    

STARTING DATE:     August 28, 2023

REQUIRED MATERIALS: 

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, which should be uploaded during the application process via Workday.
• 3 letters of recommendation, which can be sent to:  chssadmin@montclair.edu and please include “IS Writing Studies application” in the email subject line

APPLY BY:   The position is open until filled and application review begins immediately.

Department
Writing Studies

Position Type
Specialist

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources’ Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at 
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.  The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/