EN272 BR: Intro to Creative Writing (Fall 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University • Brantford, ON

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This course will introduce students to the practice of creative writing and literary analysis by reading short fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction as models for students' creative writing. The course will include an ongoing discussion of how to read like a writer and will explore literary genres and creative methods with opportunities for writing practice in short assignments designed to broaden students' skills and abilities. The dual guiding principles of the course will be examination of how language works in written forms and compositional experimentation with a variety of writing styles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Specialization in Creative Writing
• Active publication record in multiple genres of creative writing
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level in creative writing

Nice To Haves

• Extensiveness and prestige of publications
• Educational qualifications in English or creative writing
• Postgraduate education in English or creative writing
• Evidence of innovative and effective teaching in creative writing

Responsibilities

• Teach EN272 BR: Intro to Creative Writing (Fall 2026)
• Conduct lectures on creative writing and literary analysis
• Facilitate discussions on reading like a writer
• Guide students in exploring literary genres and creative methods
• Provide opportunities for writing practice through short assignments
• Assess student work and provide feedback

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level