Part-Time Instructor of Academic English Sequence - Byblos
School of Arts and Sciences
Department: English and Creative Arts
Campus: Byblos
Expected start date: Fall 2025
Deadline for applying: Open until filled
Position Summary
The Department of English and Creative Arts in the School of Arts and Sciences at the Lebanese American University (LAU) invites applicants to part-time teaching positions in Academic English Sequence.
Responsibilities
- Teach a variety of academic writing courses which include ENG 009, ENG 101, ENG 102, ENG 202.
Minimum Qualifications:
- M.A. in English Language, Rhetoric and Composition, TEFL/TESL or Academic Writing from a recognized institution
- Three years of university teaching experience; preferably Academic English and Writing/Composition courses
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
The Department:
The Department of English and Creative Arts (ECA) is a multidisciplinary entity at LAU encompassing the various branches of arts in the School of Arts and Sciences. This includes English, Translation, Performing Arts and TV/Film. It also hosts the Intensive English Program, the Academic English Sequence and the Writing Center that serve all students. The department adopts innovative education based, mainly, on Liberal Arts, and aims to promote the culture of learning which dovetails theory and practice, and enhances the culture of critical, analytical and creative thinking. It offers Four undergraduate BA degrees in addition to several minors in relevant disciplines. It also endeavors to fulfill the mission of LAU and the School by educating young learners in Lebanon, the region and beyond, by advancing scholarship, and by contributing to preparing students to serve the common good of their communities and humanity at large. Information about the department can be found at:
https://soas.lau.edu.lb/academics/departments/english-creative-arts/index.php
The University:
The Lebanese American University is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York. Information about the University can be found at http://www.lau.edu.lb.
Application requirements:
Prospective candidates should apply electronically by sending a letter of interest highlighting relevant background and teaching and professional experience, a completed application form available at http://www.lau.edu.lb/employment/docs/standard-application-due-diligence-PT.pdf, and an updated CV. The CV must include the names, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of three references. Applications should be emailed to ECA@lau.edu.lb
Candidates must refer to the position as “PT Academic English Sequence - Byblos”, in the subject line of the email.