Writing Instructor

the CIA•Hyde Park, NY

About The Position

The Writing Faculty member is a full-time faculty member in the Culinary Institute of America’s School of Food Studies and Liberal Arts. The role supports the Associate and Bachelor’s degree curriculum by teaching writing, literature, and liberal arts courses in a distinctive, teaching-focused institution. The instructor connects writing instruction to professional and culturally specific contexts, including food, hospitality, and global culinary traditions. Faculty research and scholarship are expected to enrich the writing curriculum, the profession, and the broader community, with particular value placed on applied scholarship, innovative pedagogy, and interdisciplinary teaching. The position includes teaching and advising students, collaborating on curriculum and assessment, maintaining professional development and applied scholarship, and contributing to school and Institute initiatives. The CIA does not have a traditional faculty tenure system; following a successful three-year probationary period, appointments are considered ongoing, and faculty may apply for promotion in academic rank, subject to standard employment terms and conditions and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Writing, English, Literature, Creative Writing, or a closely related field.
At least two years of college-level teaching experience in writing, literature, or closely related liberal arts courses.
Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication and ability to collaborate effectively with multiple teams.
Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive student issues confidentially.
Ability to organize and manage multiple academic responsibilities independently while meeting expectations and deadlines.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, for teaching, communication, and collaboration.
A welcoming and professional presence with students, guests, and employees.
Demonstrated innovative approach to teaching writing to undergraduate students, emphasizing written and oral communication skills at all levels.
Availability to work nights and weekends as required by business needs.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. or MFA in a relevant field.
Experience teaching in more than one writing area, such as composition and rhetoric, professional writing, creative writing, food writing, research writing, or writing in the disciplines.
Experience with interdisciplinary teaching, writing program or curriculum development, learning assessment, or collaboration with writing centers and other student-support programs.
Experience teaching first-generation and multilingual learners, oral and presentational communication, and inclusive pedagogy.
Experience with Moodle or another learning management system and accessible, technology-enhanced instruction.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver rigorous, engaging, and inclusive writing and literature courses using evidence-informed practices, clear learning outcomes, and appropriate instructional technologies.
Teach a selection of courses such as first-year writing, composition, professional or workplace writing, creative or food writing, research-based writing, and literature, according to expertise and institutional need.
Create learning environments that foster inquiry, intellectual curiosity, respectful dialogue, close reading, effective communication, and development of students’ distinctive voices.
Assess student learning using transparent criteria and varied measures; provide timely, substantive, and equitable feedback; maintain accurate academic records; and submit grades on time.
Mentor and advise students through office hours and purposeful outreach, supporting academic progress, professional development, belonging, and connection to Institute resources.
Collaborate with faculty colleagues to develop, review, and strengthen courses, syllabi, assignments, assessment practices, and curricula aligned with program outcomes, institutional priorities, and emerging practices.
Contribute writing and literature expertise to interdisciplinary learning connecting liberal arts with food studies, hospitality, business, culture, sustainability, and students’ professional aspirations.
Participate in assessment of student learning and use evidence to improve teaching, course design, and program effectiveness.
Maintain an active agenda of professional development and applied scholarship appropriate to a teaching-focused institution.
Integrate relevant developments in writing studies, literature, liberal education, food studies, and related industries into teaching and curriculum.
Participate constructively in school and Institute committees, shared governance, faculty development, recruitment and retention initiatives, and other academic priorities.
Contribute, as appropriate, to partnerships, programs, events, or projects engaging alumni, industry, educational partners, and the broader community.
Uphold CIA academic policies and professional standards, exercise sound judgment with sensitive student matters, and steward Institute resources responsibly.
Perform any and all other duties as assigned.