Assistant Professor of Humanities (Writing Across the ...

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: University seeks anAssistant Professor of Humanitieswho ispassionate about teaching courses that resonate with students and engagemeaningful questions. The successful candidate will teach in thefirst-year experience sequence and lead the continued development oftheWriting Across the Curriculum (WAC)program, supported by ahalf-time course release. This role includes guiding faculty acrossdisciplines in using writing to strengthen critical thinking andcommunication.Applicants must have experience with a WAC program or demonstrabletraining in writing pedagogy applicable to WAC contexts.Applicationsreceived by March 7th will receive priority consideration.Qualifications- Master's degree in the relevant field;terminal degree preferred- Proven experience teaching writing-enriched courses- Experience with Writing Across the Curriculum and/or the Navigator program (college and career readiness)- Experience in writing program administration- Strong communication and organizational skills Responsibilities- Teach humanities courses and support the first-year student experience- Develop and deliver general education curriculum, including syllabi and engaging lesson plans- Coordinate faculty across campus to implement Writing Across the Curriculum and/or the Navigator program- Work at the intersection of writing pedagogy and technology-enhanced learning (e.g., generative AI)- Provide individual and group professional development for new and continuing writing instructors- Design and implement assessment strategies for student learning in WACTo ApplyPlease submit the following materials:- Cover letter- Curriculum vitae- Unofficial graduate transcripts showing completion of a terminal degree- Contact information for three professional referencesApplications must be submitted through the Newman University jobportal.Applications received by March 7th will receive priorityconsideration.Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institutiongrounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of allfaiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations andactivities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our lowinstructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to apositive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of theAdorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us inour work of empowering our graduates to transform societyNewman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federalgovernment with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees areauthorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protectslegally-authorized workers from discrimination based on theircitizenship status and national origin.Newman University is committedto hiring faculty and staff members thatreflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunitiesto all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equalopportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations offederal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping thiscommitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employmentdecisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color,creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, maritalstatus, familial status, public assistance status, local human rightscommission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, genderidentity, or status as a qualified protected compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments ct of2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation toapplicants with a disability in completing the application form or inthe interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316)942-4291, ext. 2202 or email in advance so necessaryarrangements can be made.

Created: 2026-03-06