Part-Time Instructor Position in English

The Department of English at Ohio Wesleyan University seeks a part-time instructor to teach our College Writing Seminar in the fall semester of 2026. Additional teaching opportunities in spring 2027 are likely. Candidates should have at least a Master’s degree in English or a related field. Experience teaching first-year composition courses at the undergraduate level is expected.

Given that Ohio Wesleyan is a residential, liberal arts institution, all classes are taught in-person. We do not offer online courses during spring and fall semesters.

Pay is $5,000 per course.

If you join the Department of English, you will

• become part of a supportive team committed to our students and to excellence in teaching.
• join a liberal arts college that is deeply committed to creating an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• be mentored by and receive support from the Chair of the department as needed.
• have an office space for use while you’re on campus.
• receive a free parking pass that allows you to park anywhere on campus.

To apply, please submit a Cover Letter indicating your interest in the position and a current C.V. (including names and contact information for three professional references) via , where you will find additional information about working at OWU. Send any questions to Nancy Comorau, First-Year Writing Director, at [email protected].

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

NOTE: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

What we offer:

Ohio Wesleyan is a selective, residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1,600 students. The college’s signature program, The OWU Connection , empowers students to complete research, community service, careers, and study abroad, teaching students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Ohio Wesleyan is featured in the book Colleges That Change Lives and was recently listed as the No. 1 liberal arts college in Ohio for social mobility by U.S. News and World Report. To discover how Ohio Wesleyan offers a rewarding place to work, and why this should be your next work home, visit our website.

OWU is located in Delaware, OH, a lively college town just 30 minutes north of Columbus, the 14th most populous city in the United States and part of one of the fastest growing, most economically vibrant areas of the Midwest. Columbus, known increasingly as the “Silicon Midwest,” was named by LinkedIn as one of the top 10 U.S. cities in which to launch your career.

To achieve our mission, we continually strive to foster a campus community where every individual is respected, supported, and able to flourish. We affirm the worth of all persons and welcome people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Ohio Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity institution and seeks applications from individuals who will contribute to, and help strengthen, our commitment to academic excellence, mutual respect, and the shared pursuit of knowledge.