Longfellow Young Writers Camp - Instructor
University of Maine System•Farmington, ME
•Onsite
About The Position
The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is seeking applicants for Longfellow Camp Instructors. The instructor will work closely with the Lead Instructor, Associate Director, and Director to design and implement a creative writing workshop curriculum. Responsibilities include crafting course materials and providing constructive feedback to participants. The program dates are July 11, 2026 – July 19, 2026, with compensation of $1,400 for the camp.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Creative Writing, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience working with high school or college-aged adolescents.
- An active writer or scholar with a reputable publishing portfolio.
- Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree in English or Creative Writing is considered a strong asset for this role
Responsibilities
- Teach one (1) Creative Writing workshop during the camp and provide tailored feedback to campers on their writing pieces.
- Take direct responsibility for an assigned cohort of students/campers throughout the program.
- Help prepare necessary course materials and adapt the curriculum to support students requiring individualized instruction.
- Actively participate in staff meetings to align learning outcomes, standards, lesson plans, expectations, and student progress.
Benefits
- tuition waivers
- robust retirement contributions
- comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
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