Position Title:  Lead Faculty, Writing Program

Position Tracking Number:  F748

School/College:  Office of the Provost

Department: Writing Program

Location:  Azusa

About APU:

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. As a leading Christian university in California, Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. With an intentional focus on scholarship, faith integration, diversity, and internationalization, APU provides high-quality academic programs within a tight-knit community of disciples and scholars. APU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2 Doctoral University, recognizing APU’s high level of research activity. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering more than 100 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs on campus, online, and at seven regional locations across Southern California, APU continues to be recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

Description:

The Lead Faculty is seen as primarily serving in a faculty and teaching role. The person in this role will serve as a master teacher who works to help other teachers to excel. The Lead Faculty will teach Writing 110, coordinate the instruction of Writing 1 and the Writing 1 Lab, and assist with the duty of assessment.

Specialization:

●        Ph.D. in Composition/Rhetoric.

Responsibilities:

●        Teach three sections of Writing 1, 2, and/or 3 every semester.

●        Coordinate with the Office of the Provost and the Department of English in recruiting and hiring Writing 1 instructors.

●        Conduct the initial training of new instructors.

●        Conduct ongoing development for instructors teaching Writing 1.

●        Train and oversee writing coaches leading Writing 1 Labs.

●        Assist in the design of workshops for faculty teaching Writing 1.

●        Co-lead summer workshops.

●        Conduct classroom observations and writing observation reports.

●        Assist with writing assessment.

●        As funding increases for the university, the Lead Faculty could shift to WPA duties and increasingly help with curriculum development and the design of new courses for a Writing major. 

●        May be needed to work at alternative Regional Campuses or Sites.

Level: Open rank, dependent upon prior University rank/status.

Qualifications:  

●        A demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Azusa Pacific University (Faculty members are required to sign a “Statement of Faith,” available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe, and to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook).

●        Knowledge of effective writing theories and practices and the ability to share about them.

Experience: 

●        At least five years’ experience teaching first-year writing courses preferred.

•         At least two years’ experience working adjacent program or department administrative roles. 

Workload: 

●        Full-time faculty position teaching 18 units per academic year and 6 units of administrative duties per academic year; other responsibilities determined by the Office of the Provost.

Hire Date:  Open until filled.

Mental Demands:

●       Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.

●       Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.

●       Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.

●       Ability to collaborate with other faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.

●       Self starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

Compensation:

$66,560 to $125,460 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package.

Compensation will be based on experience, rank, and qualifications.

Additional Information:  

Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe), to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation. Please click the links to learn more about 'what we believe', our 'mission statement', and our 'statement of faith'.

You can learn more about APU by watching the stories of faculty, staff, and alumni as they carry out our mission here: http://www.apu.edu/stories/

Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Azusa Pacific University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Application Procedure:

To apply, visit http://www.apu.edu/cp/employment/. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.