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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Information
12 month Assistant Teaching Professor in Writing Studies, Department of English- College of Arts, Sciences & Education
The Writing Program in the Department of English at Florida International University (FIU) invites applications for a full time, 12-month, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor in Writing Studies to begin August 13, 2027.
Responsibilities:
This 12-month appointment carries a 4/4/3 teaching load. Job duties include primarily teaching first-year writing courses and contributing to the program, department, and university through service engagements.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates should hold an MA (with equivalent experience and/or certification) in Writing, Rhetoric, and Composition Studies, and/or Professional and Technical Writing, or related field along with an exemplary teaching record.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Writing, Rhetoric, and Composition Studies, and/or Professional and Technical Writing, or related field along with an exemplary teaching record.
Salary
Nationally competitive and commensurate with experience based on appropriate salary survey
About the Department
The Writing Program offers a BA track and MA track in Writing and Rhetoric along with a successful certificate in Professional and Public writing. Our curriculum includes a range of upper-division and graduate professional, technical, and community writing courses as well as a strong first-year writing sequence. As teachers, we are heavily invested in our community, with our students frequently participating in project-based learning alongside local and international community partners. Please visit our website for more information about our program: https://case.fiu.edu/english/expertise/writing-and-rhetoric
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 538566 at careers.fiu.edu and attach a (1) cover letter, (2) CV, (3) teaching philosophy, and (4) teaching portfolio (representative syllabi, assignments, unit plans, and student evaluations) in a single .pdf document. Candidates will be requested to provide two (2) letters of recommendation. Review will continue until position is filled.
Applicants are encouraged to review Florida International University's immigration and visa requirements, if applicable, prior to applying: https://hr.fiu.edu/employees-affiliates/working-at-fiu/immigration-process
Job Category
Faculty
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
How To Apply
Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
- This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other legally protected basis. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Title IX and EEO Compliance (TITLEIX) at 305.348.2785 or email titleix@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact the Office of Universal Access and Digital Compliance at 305-348-1576 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to UADC at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Information
12 month Assistant Teaching Professor in Writing Studies, Department of English- College of Arts, Sciences & Education
The Writing Program in the Department of English at Florida International University (FIU) invites applications for a full time, 12-month, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor in Writing Studies to begin August 13, 2027.
Responsibilities:
This 12-month appointment carries a 4/4/3 teaching load. Job duties include primarily teaching first-year writing courses and contributing to the program, department, and university through service engagements.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates should hold an MA (with equivalent experience and/or certification) in Writing, Rhetoric, and Composition Studies, and/or Professional and Technical Writing, or related field along with an exemplary teaching record.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Writing, Rhetoric, and Composition Studies, and/or Professional and Technical Writing, or related field along with an exemplary teaching record.
Salary
Nationally competitive and commensurate with experience based on appropriate salary survey
About the Department
The Writing Program offers a BA track and MA track in Writing and Rhetoric along with a successful certificate in Professional and Public writing. Our curriculum includes a range of upper-division and graduate professional, technical, and community writing courses as well as a strong first-year writing sequence. As teachers, we are heavily invested in our community, with our students frequently participating in project-based learning alongside local and international community partners. Please visit our website for more information about our program: https://case.fiu.edu/english/expertise/writing-and-rhetoric
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 538566 at careers.fiu.edu and attach a (1) cover letter, (2) CV, (3) teaching philosophy, and (4) teaching portfolio (representative syllabi, assignments, unit plans, and student evaluations) in a single .pdf document. Candidates will be requested to provide two (2) letters of recommendation. Review will continue until position is filled.
Applicants are encouraged to review Florida International University's immigration and visa requirements, if applicable, prior to applying: https://hr.fiu.edu/employees-affiliates/working-at-fiu/immigration-process
Job Category
Faculty
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
How To Apply
Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
- This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other legally protected basis. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Title IX and EEO Compliance (TITLEIX) at 305.348.2785 or email titleix@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact the Office of Universal Access and Digital Compliance at 305-348-1576 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to UADC at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
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Who's Hiring
- University Of Washington19
- University of Southern California17
- Florida International University15
- Ball State University13
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill12
Top Industries Hiring
- Education77
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
- Science & Research3
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in teaching professor jobs.
- Master's or doctoral degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Demonstrated undergraduate or graduate teaching experience in higher education
- Ability to develop and deliver course materials independently
- Experience advising and mentoring students at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Record of service contributions to an academic department or institution
Tips for Your Teaching Professor Job Search
Tailor your teaching statement for each role
A generic teaching philosophy statement won't get you far. Read each job posting carefully and align your statement to the institution's stated values, student population, and program focus before you submit anything.
Highlight course development over research output
Teaching professor roles weight instructional design, syllabi built from scratch, and student outcome data far more heavily than publications. Lead your CV with teaching experience, course load, and any curriculum redesign work you've led.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists teaching professor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your discipline and experience level and apply directly to each listing.
Distinguish your role from tenure-track clearly
Many hiring committees scan for candidates who understand the distinction between teaching-focused and research-focused appointments. Address this directly in your cover letter so committees don't question your commitment to a teaching-centric career path.
Prepare a teaching demonstration before interviews start
Most teaching professor searches require a live or recorded demonstration lesson. Know the typical audience level for your target institutions and prepare a 15-to-20-minute lesson on a foundational topic in your discipline before you receive your first callback.
Request feedback after a campus visit
If you don't receive an offer after a campus visit, email the search committee chair to ask for one specific area of feedback. Many committees will respond, and the information directly sharpens your next application cycle.
Teaching Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most teaching professors?
The most active employers for teaching professors right now are University Of Washington, University of Southern California, and Florida International University, and the most openings are in North Carolina, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at institutions with large undergraduate enrollments and growing professional programs.
How many teaching professor jobs are remote?
About 25% of teaching professor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in online-only programs, continuing education, and professional development courses. Tenure-track and campus-based programs almost always require in-person instruction, so remote availability varies significantly by institution type.
How do you become a teaching professor?
Start by completing a master's or doctoral degree in your discipline, since most institutions require graduate-level credentials for faculty appointments. Build teaching experience through graduate teaching assistantships, adjunct positions, or instructional roles at community colleges. Assemble a strong teaching portfolio that includes a teaching philosophy statement, sample syllabi, and evidence of student learning outcomes before applying to full-time positions.
How do you get hired as a teaching professor with little experience?
Adjunct and visiting instructor roles are the most direct entry points when your classroom hours are limited. Institutions hiring for these positions prioritize demonstrated subject-matter expertise and a clear teaching philosophy over years on the job. Connecting with department chairs directly and attending discipline-specific conferences where faculty searches are announced can surface opportunities that don't appear on mainstream job boards.
What does the teaching professor interview process look like?
Most searches begin with a phone or video screening focused on your teaching background and fit with the program. Finalists are typically invited to a campus visit that includes a teaching demonstration open to students and faculty, meetings with department colleagues and administrators, and a formal interview with the search committee. Some institutions also ask for a research or curriculum development presentation depending on the role's scope.
Where can I find and apply to teaching professor jobs?
You can find and apply to teaching professor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges and universities across the United States. Search for roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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