Creative Writing Instructor
About Ellipsis Since 2019, Ellipsis Writing has empowered creative writers and college applicants alike, pairing top-tier writing instruction with strategic, story-first college advising. Founded by Peter LaBerge (also editor-in-chief of The Adroit Journal), our team is made up of published writers and experienced editors, as well as college advising veterans eager to find creative ways of empowering each student they encounter. Our creative writing students consistently earn national recognition: 70–80% of our one-on-one students earn at least one Scholastic Gold Key, and their Gold Key work advances to a National Medal at roughly 6.5x the national rate. Learn more: ellipsiswriting.com The Role We’re looking for a Creative Writing Instructor to join our remote, contract team and work one-on-one with students in poetry, fiction, and/or creative nonfiction. From first drafts to polished, submission-ready work, you’ll help each student develop their craft, sharpen their voice, and find the story only they can tell. This is a flexible, session-based role: you’ll meet with students synchronously and/or provide asynchronous feedback on their writing, based on what each student needs. What You’ll Do Lead one-on-one sessions tailored to each student’s genre, goals, and experience level Provide expert, editorial-level feedback on student drafts, from early generative work to final revisions Design reading lists and writing prompts that expand each student’s sense of what’s possible on the page Guide students as they build portfolios and submit to competitions like the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, as well as literary magazines and selective summer writing programs Respond promptly to scheduling and logistical requests from students and families Collaborate with the Ellipsis team to ensure a consistent, high-quality student experience Please note that, as an organization, we do not use AI to give feedback on, revise, or generate student writing. What We’re Looking For A record of publication in respected literary journals (book publication a plus) Demonstrated experience teaching creative writing in classroom or one-on-one settings Strong background in mentoring or teaching young writers Excellent written and verbal communication skills Comfort working independently in a remote, contract capacity Responsiveness and reliability with scheduling and day-to-day student communication MFA or PhD in Creative Writing (completed or in progress), or equivalent publication and teaching experience Familiarity with the youth literary landscape, including Scholastic, literary magazines, and summer writing programs Experience working with diverse student populations across backgrounds and geographies