SEBS EOF Summer Session (Internal​/External 5 Writing Instructors

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Title:

SEBS EOF Summer Session (Internal/External 5 Writing Instructors)

Department: EOF

Position Status:
Part Time

Posting Number: 26FA0344

Posting Open Date: 04/10/2026

Minimum Salary: $3,312

Final salary will be determined by qualifications, experience, grant funding, market benchmarks, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

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Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS) Educational Opportunity (EOF) is seeking non‑credit instructors to provide virtual and in‑person instruction to students in the SEBS EOF Summer START‑UP at Rutgers University. The instructor will teach an Introductory to Expository Writing course that introduces first‑year student writers to the elements of academic argument. Students learn to recognize the fundamental structure of academic argumentative writing, read and summarize academic essays, and apply these structures in their own essays.

The course is organized around two major writing assignments, guiding students through pre‑writing, drafting, and revising. It includes discussions, workshops, and tutorials with the instructor. The instructor must be available to students via email, phone, or virtual conference during the first week of the program. After the first orientation week, all instruction will occur in person on the Livingston Campus, Piscataway, NJ.

• Deliver lecture and workshop content for the Introductory to Expository Writing course.
• Plan, prepare, and administer formative and summative assessments.
• Provide timely feedback on student writing assignments.
• Maintain an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate with students, faculty, and staff regarding instructional needs.
• Participate in faculty orientation, meetings, and closing ceremony as scheduled.

• Minimum:
  Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum: 2 years of experience teaching English, preferably in higher education.
• Ability to instruct students in grammar, syntax, and advanced writing skills across multiple skill levels.
• Experience in curriculum development and delivering course content using innovative practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teaching skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively to promote multidisciplinary instruction.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

• Superior communication skills, ability to relate to students, faculty, and staff.
• Capacity to handle a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Knowledge of Zoom and Canvas platforms for one‑week virtual instruction during orientation.
• Team player with strong leadership skills and a positive attitude.
• Desire to assist students with college‑readiness skills.

None listed.

START‑UP Summer Program:
July 6 – July 31, 2026

Virtual Week:
July 6 – July 10, 10:40‑12:30 am

In‑Person Week:
July 13 – July 31, Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:40‑12:30 pm

Faculty Orientation: TBD

Faculty Meetings:
Thursdays 12:30‑2:00 pm (Virtual)

Closing Ceremony:
Friday, July 31 (In‑Person)

Under Policy 100.3.1, employees may be required to provide proof of vaccination against seasonal influenza if employment begins during flu season. Failure to provide proof may result in rescission of a candidate’s offer or disciplinary action.

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