Career Opportunities
Creative Writing Teachers
Do you love creative writing? Do you enjoy working with young writers who are eager to develop their talent? If you answered, “yes” to these questions, think about applying to teach at Thurber House’s children’s writing workshops and camps.
Just send an email to Meg Brown, Manager of Children's Education Programming at Thurber House at megbrown@thurberhouse.org indicating your interest and attach your resume. Meg will set up a time to meet with you and tell you more about the teaching opportunities available.
Thurber House teachers come from a variety of places. Some are retired schoolteachers who love creative writing, some are local free-lance writers who love to teach, some are published authors who feel the need to nurture young writers, and some are MFA graduates who are still in town wondering what they will do next. The common thread is a love of writing and the enjoyment that comes from working with children.
Teachers must provide a background check prior to teaching
at Thurber House.
FAQ
Are teachers paid?
Yes, teachers receive an honorarium for their teaching based
on the number of hours taught. Teachers are hired on a contract basis; it is
not a full or part-time job.
How much time is required?
All of our children’s programs vary, and specifics will be
discussed at the personal meeting.
Where are classes held?
The Thurber Center, 91 Jefferson Ave., next door to the
Thurber House.
What grade levels are offered?
Thurber House offers classes and camps in the following
groupings:
2nd
& 3rd grade
4th
& 5th grade
6th
– 8th grade
Class sizes range from 15 – 20 students maximum.
9th-12th graders are encouraged to
join the Young Writers’ Studio.
We are currently working on a pre-school program for early
learning centers and libraries and occasionally offer a parent/child class for
students in kindergarten or 1st grade.
Are there any opportunities to teach classes for adults?
Thurber House offers adult writing workshops as well. Send an email to megbrown@thurberhouse.org
indicating your interest in teaching an adult writing workshop, list the
topic(s) you would like to teach, and attach your resume. We will contact you and follow up.
Thurber House is not currently hiring for any full-time positions. Please "like" us on Facebook to be alerted to any job offerings.
