Instructor, Poetry

Faculty in CREW at VIU offer a wide range of courses to interest any student wishing to develop skills in the written arts. From formal poetry to writing for young adults, and from book editing to digital journalism, our program is diverse and adaptable. Our faculty are award-winning writers who are active in the literary culture of the country and who work to provide opportunities for our students to engage with literature through our experiential classrooms, our visiting writers series, and other active programs.

Duties:

The Department of Creative Writing and Journalism at Vancouver Island University invites applications to teach one section of online asynchronous workload:
CREW 212: Poetic Traditions: A lecture and workshop course in writing poetry with an emphasis on poetic traditions used over time in poetry, from fixed forms to spoken word.
Online instructors must reside in the province of British Columbia.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Candidates are asked to submit a CV; poetry writing sample (up to ten pages); one-page statement of teaching approach, including any online teaching experience; and name and contact information for three people willing to provide a reference.

Required Qualifications:

BA in a relevant discipline from an appropriately accredited institution. Substantial professional-level publication in poetry, including at least one book of poetry published by a respected press (or equivalent as determined by the department), the most recent publication within five years. Post-secondary teaching experience.
Demonstrated technology competencies related to online teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

MFA in creative writing, or MA in a relevant discipline, from an appropriately accredited institution. Experience teaching online or asynchronous courses. Experience teaching poetic forms and workshop-based instruction.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity‑seeking groups to self‑identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self‑identification with an equity‑seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.