The Department of English invites applications for the position of Sessional Instructor to teach two (2) sections of ENGLISH/ UPEI 1010: Academic Writing in the Winter 2022 term. Both sections are Web courses, to be run synchronously. The successful candidate must be capable of teaching online. The available sections are English 1010-7 (M&W 3:00-4:15) and English 1010-14 (W 6:00-9:00). The positions are subject to final budgetary approval.

ENGLISH /UPEI 1010: Academic Writing (Online)

This course introduces UPEI students to the primary writing processes and forms that characterize written communication in academic work and educated discourse. The course emphasizes writing as (a) a means to enhance intellectual discovery and reflection, and (b) to demonstrate learning in a variety of rhetorical contexts. Its integrated curriculum promotes sequenced learning and skills practice while focussing on critical thinking and reading, careful analysis, strategies of effective argument and use of evidence, and effective communication for diverse audiences. It’s strictly limited class size allows for discussion, active learning, peer review and revisions processes, individual attention, and independent and collaborative learning experiences.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching as well as clear evidence of effective teaching experience in first-year university writing studies.  Minimal qualifications for eligible candidates are a Master’s degree in English. Preference will be given to applicants possessing a PhD in English.

Preference also will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster in the academic unit.

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, relevant teaching evaluations or teaching dossier covering at least the two most recent years of teaching to Dr. Greg Doran, Chair, Department of English at gdoran@upei.ca.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation, and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

UPEI will require mandatory full Covid 19 vaccination for all students, staff, and faculty. Exemptions only apply for medical, religious, or cultural reasons in accordance with the UPEI Covid 19 mandatory vaccination policy.

Closing date for applications is January 4, 2022.