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The Writing Program at Wellesley College invites applications for a benefits-eligible faculty position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The person hired for the position will teach four sections of first-year writing at the rank of visiting assistant teaching professor. This is a one-year, non-renewable position, paid at $60,236.

First-year writing courses are centered on discipline-based or interdisciplinary topics that excite students and provide the context for robust writing instruction. Each course is designed by the faculty member who teaches it, in consultation with the director of the Writing Program. 

The instructor will conduct class in person according to the College teaching schedule. In addition, the instructor will meet one-on-one with each student three times during the semester to discuss their writing. At least one of these meetings must be in person. The instructor will also hold regular office hours in person and promptly respond to reasonable student inquiries throughout the semester.

Basic Qualifications:

Candidates from all scholarly disciplines are encouraged to apply. A PhD is strongly preferred, and those holding it will be most competitive. Candidates holding another terminal degree or who are ABD may be considered. Preference will be given to those who have two or more years of experience teaching first-year college writing.

Position Information:

• Teaching Load:4 courses (0.8 FTE)

• Term of Appointment: Fall 2026 – Spring 2027. This position is non-renewable.

• Target Start Date: July 1, 2026 

• Minimum Salary: $60,236

Application Deadline: March 30, 2026

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit:

• A cover letter, describing your experience in and approach to teaching writing to first-year students, as well as other relevant qualifications;

• A curriculum vitae;

• A sample of scholarly or expository writing (20pp. maximum);

• A proposal for a first-year writing course that you might teach at Wellesley. The proposal should include a title, course description (150 words maximum), and a list of the main writing assignments;

• The names and email addresses of three referees. Referees will only be required to submit confidential letters of recommendation if you are asked for an interview.

Application materials should be submitted via https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/wellesley/wellesley-faculty/job/Wellesley-College/Visiting-Assistant-Teaching-Professor-in-Writing---_R0007294

Materials are due by March 30, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Questions about the position may be directed to Jeannine Johnson, Director of the Writing Program, jeannine.johnson@wellesley.edu.

This position is in a collective bargaining unit represented by Wellesley Organized Academic Workers – UAW (WOAW-UAW). To learn more please visit:  WOAW-UAW website and current Collective Bargaining Agreement . 

Company Description and Benefits:

Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community—faculty, students, staff, and alumnae.  For those roles that are half-time or greater, we offer a comprehensive array of benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Benefits are governed by plan documents and eligibility provisions.

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About Wellesley College

About Wellesley College Founded on the radical belief that educating women leads to progress for everyone. Wellesley College has long championed intellectual rigor, diverse perspectives, and impactful leadership. For nearly 150 years, Wellesley graduates have been a powerful force for good in the world—pioneering scientists, environmental revolutionaries, U.S. secretaries of state, civil rights activists, investment trailblazers, network news producers, and genre-defying artists. We know from experience that the boldest ideas and the most enduring solutions emerge from a variety of voices, backgrounds, and experiences. Located on a stunning campus just 30 minutes outside of Boston, Wellesley College is one of the most academically challenging institutions of higher education in the country, and widely acknowledged as the top women’s college in the world. The College is dedicated to ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, physical ability, or any other identity. Our student body reflects this commitment, with the Class of 2028 consisting of 18% who are the first in their families to attend a four-year inst...itution, 55% coming from multilingual homes, and 54% identifying as domestic students of color. Wellesley actively seeks faculty and staff who share our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage candidates who resonate with these values to apply. Our vibrant academic community values rigorous inquiry, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and practical application. Wellesley’s acclaimed faculty are at the forefront of their fields and students are consistently challenged to reach their full potential. While we are the ones who so often become the “firsts”—but we are even prouder of the “nexts” our community makes way for. Wellesley College provides a robust array of benefits and resources for employees, including comprehensive health plans, wellness programs, continuing education, and competitive retirement plans. To learn more about the benefits of joining Wellesley, please visit wellesley.edu/hr/benefits.

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