Creative Writing Faculty – Adults

Category

Teaching

Employee Type

Part-Time, Hourly, Non-exempt. *Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Offer Salary

$40 - $55 per hour

Experience

Demonstrated experience teaching creative writing to adult learners with a strong portfolio of written work (published or unpublished).

How to apply

CSMA is seeking a passionate, experienced Creative Writing Faculty member to lead engaging classes for adult professionals at varying skill levels in a corporate setting. The ideal candidate has a strong background in the literary arts and a commitment to nurturing the unique voices of adult learners.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan and teach creative writing classes for adults (beginner to intermediate levels)
• Develop a curriculum covering genres such as fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and/or memoir
• Design engaging writing prompts, exercises, and workshops to inspire creativity
• Provide constructive, thoughtful feedback on student writing
• Foster a respectful and inclusive workshop environment that encourages sharing and collaboration
• Adapt instruction to accommodate diverse skill levels and learning styles
• Maintain consistent communication with the Program Manager regarding class progress and needs
• Support optional readings, showcases, or publication opportunities for students
  
  

Skills/Qualifications/Experience

• Demonstrated experience teaching creative writing to adult learners
• Strong portfolio of written work (published or unpublished)
• Background in literature, creative writing, or related field (MFA or equivalent experience preferred)
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills
• Experience working with diverse populations; bilingual abilities are a plus
• Excellent organizational skills
• Competent computer skills and familiarity with video conferencing software, Zoom, Google Workspace, and MS Office.
• A reliable form of transportation to get to and from the assigned client site/sites and occasional trips to the Community School of Music and Arts in Mountain View, CA.
  
  

Physical Demands

• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Benefits Include

• All faculty have access to a 403(B) retirement plan.
• Paid Sick Leave accrual.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available for faculty who teach 20 hours or more a week.
• All supplies and equipment are provided by the school.
• Employee and Family discount on private lessons and classes
  
  

Schedule

• Teaching opportunities are primarily during weekdays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
• Weekly teaching hours may range from approximately 2 to 8 hours.
  
  

To Apply

Please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@arts4all.org with the subject line: “Creative Writing Faculty – Adults” . Please include your preferred locations between San Francisco, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and San Jose.

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