Description

Stony Brook University’s Department of Writing and Rhetoric (DWR) is hiring a full-time lecturer specializing in English Language Learning (ELL, ESL, ESOL, ENL) to start in August 2027. Possession of an MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics at the time of application; minimum three years’ experience teaching English language learners (ELLs) in a postsecondary setting, including but not limited to grammar, phonetics, and/or phonology; proficiency in prescriptive English grammar and phonetics; and native or native-like fluency in English are required. Preferred credentials include experience with group-based rubric assessment of student learning outcomes; evidence of academic service; and demonstrated commitment to advancing educational access, opportunity, and inclusive excellence. The position offers a two-year, renewable appointment for 3 in-person courses per fall/spring semester, teaching undergraduate ELLs in the Program in Academic English, graduate-level international TA training, and first-year writing in the DWR. Other duties include performing departmental service and mentoring students.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Possession of an MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics at the time of application
Minimum three years' experience teaching English language learners (ELLs) in a postsecondary setting, including but not limited to grammar, phonetics, and/or phonology
Proficiency in prescriptive English grammer and phonetics
Native or native-like fluency in English

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with group-based rubric assessment of student learning outcomes
Evidence of academic service
Demonstrated commitment to advancing educational access, opportunity, and inclusive excellence

Application Instructions

All application materials must be submitted online through Interfolio. Please use the Apply Now button to submit the following documents:

CV
Application letter explaining your qualifications, teaching philosophy, and teaching effectiveness
3 confidential letters of recommendation
Sample syllabus and materials from your course(s), at least focusing on written language and optionally focusing on oral/aural communication (or another distinct content/skill area)

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Inquires should be directed to: writingdepartment@stonybrook.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook University is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, interview, or hiring process, please request one by contacting oea_ada@stonybrook.edu. We will consider accommodation requests in compliance with applicable laws. This process is independent and does not require any voluntary self-identification of disability status. Please include the position title and position number (if known) in your message.

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