"Summer Creative Writing Educator"

Summer Creative Writing Educator
University of California Los Angeles

Requisition Number: JPF10875

Summer Program Dates: June 22nd - July 10
Course: Reading Like a Writer: Stories, Style, and Voice

Description

Geffen Academy Educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but created. Geffen Academy Educators possess a sophisticated and reflective understanding of their discipline and a record of achievement which demonstrates their ability to utilize and contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Educators' innovation is guided by our school's mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex intellectual endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy Educators seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community.

Summary

The Reading Like a Writer summer course helps middle and upper school students strengthen both their reading comprehension and their creative writing by exploring the deep connection between the two. Students study short stories and novels not only for meaning, but also for craft: examining how authors use language, structure, imagery, and voice to shape a reader's experience.

Through journal writing, class discussion, writing workshops, and individual conferences, students practice the habits of professional writers: generating ideas, drafting creatively, discussing choices with peers, revising for clarity and impact, and polishing final pieces. The course emphasizes collaboration, reflection, and growth, helping students become more attentive readers and more intentional writers.

Under the direction of the Summer Program Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the Educator will design and deliver high-quality, in-person summer instruction. The primary teaching responsibility will be Reading Like a Writer: Stories, Style, and Voice; depending on program enrollment and scheduling needs, the Educator may also have the opportunity to teach additional, thematically related summer courses. Courses meet daily for up to 90 minutes over the three-week program. Final teaching assignments and instructional responsibilities will be determined based on enrollment and overall programmatic considerations. The courses are taught in-person on Geffen Academy's Campus.

Job Duties

• Design and deliver a three-week reading and writing workshop course for students ages 10 - 17.
• Select and teach short stories and novels that support close reading, discussion, and craft analysis.
• Guide students in maintaining reading journals that support reflection, interpretation, and vocabulary development.
• Teach core elements of writing craft, including sentence construction, imagery, voice, structure, and revision.
• Facilitate writing workshops in which students draft, share, and revise creative fiction.
• Lead peer feedback sessions that model constructive critique and collaborative learning.
• Conduct one-on-one conferences to support individual student growth as readers and writers.
• Provide clear, detailed feedback that helps students improve clarity, style, and purpose.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that encourages risk-taking, respect, and sustained engagement.
• Collaborate with Summer Program leadership and fellow educators to support a cohesive program experience.
• Establish clear success criteria and routines for workshop participation, peer response, and revision.
• Support students in practicing academic integrity and responsible use of sources when drawing inspiration from mentor texts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This list of duties is not exhaustive.

To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10875

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