Longfellow Young Writers Camp - Instructor
University of Maine•Farmington, ME
•Onsite
About The Position
The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is currently seeking applicants for Longfellow Young Writers Camp Instructors. The Longfellow Camp Instructor works closely with the Lead Instructor, Associate Director, and Director to design and implement a dynamic creative writing workshop curriculum. Instructors are responsible for crafting course materials and delivering meaningful, constructive feedback to inspire and guide camp participants.
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
- We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support
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
- $1,400 for the camp
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
