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NuMark Credit Union

Social Media Intern

Warrenville, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

Do you have a creative eye, a pulse on social media trends, and a passion for telling stories that ... Strong written communication skills * Experience with analytics tools such as Meta Insights or ...

NuMark Credit Union

Social Media Intern

Warrenville, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Do you have a creative eye, a pulse on social media trends, and a passion for telling stories that ... Assist in writing captions that reflect NuMark's voice, mission, and compliance standardsSupport ...

JLK Architects

Graduate Marketing Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30/hr

... Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) · Self-motivated team player who enjoys ... · Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Organized and able to manage multiple ...

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City of Elmhurst, IL

Administrative Intern

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$19/hr

Highly creative individual who has excelled in designing visuals to support communication campaigns ... Ability to communicate in an effective, professional manner, both written and oral. * Ability to ...

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How much do intern creative writing professor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for intern creative writing professor in Chicago, IL is $34,732.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,500.00 and $36,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Creative Writing Professor vs Teaching Assistant in Creative Writing?

AspectIntern Creative Writing ProfessorTeaching Assistant in Creative Writing
Required CredentialsUsually enrolled in or recent graduate of a relevant graduate program; some institutions prefer teaching experienceTypically undergraduate or graduate student assisting in courses; may have completed coursework in creative writing
Work EnvironmentUniversity or college classrooms, workshops, and office hoursAssisting professors in classrooms, grading, and student support
Employer & Industry UsageAcademic institutions offering creative writing coursesUniversities, colleges, and writing programs

In summary, an Intern Creative Writing Professor is often a graduate student gaining teaching experience in higher education, while a Teaching Assistant in Creative Writing primarily supports course instruction and grading. Both roles are common in academic settings but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Creative Writing Professor jobs in Chicago, IL?

The most popular types of Creative Writing Professor jobs in Chicago, IL are:

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Assistant Professor of English

Chicago State University

Chicago, IL • On-site

$71K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life

Re-posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate English/literature classes and general education courses.

  • Advise and supervise secondary education English majors and develop curriculum.

  • Participate in ongoing revision and development of the English curriculum at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F260048P
Open Date
08/28/2026
Close Date
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor
Title
Assistant Professor of English
Salary
$71,000 Annual
Benefits
This position is eligible for health, dental, life insurance and other benefits through Chicago State University. Click here for a complete list of benefits: https://csu.edu/humanresources/benefits.htm
Is Tenured/ Tenure Track
Yes
Full-time/ Part-time
Full-time
Job Description Summary
Chicago State University (CSU), is the oldest public university in the Chicago metropolitan area. Chicago State University is Illinois' only four-year U.S. Department of Education-designated Predominantly Black Institution (PBI). CSU serves over 1,500 undergraduate students and nearly 900 graduate students. The university is a nationally accredited university with five colleges in Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences and Pharmacy and proudly supports a diverse and non-traditional student population that hails from 28 countries and 36 states.
Discover the latest advancements and milestones achieved by CSU in our Annual Report: https://www.csu.edu/president/annual_report.htm.
Job Summary
The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor specializing in Secondary Education to teach undergraduate and graduate teaching education, literature courses, and general education courses. This is a full-time, 9-month appointment with an August 2026 start.
Job Duties
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate English/literature classes.
  • Teach general education classes.
  • Advise/supervise secondary education English majors.
  • Develop and teach advanced online classes.
  • Participate in ongoing revision and development of the English curriculum at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
  • Provide service to the program, department, college, and university as well as to the profession.

Required Education
PhD or EdD in English Education, Education or closely related discipline.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Minimum of three years of teaching experience in Secondary English Education (grades 9-12).
  • Teaching experience at the undergraduate level as instructor of record.
  • Commitment to working with ethnically and culturally diverse student population.
  • Secondary Education teaching license.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Five or more years of secondary school teaching experience will be given priority
  • Teaching experience at the graduate level as instructor of record in a course in literature/english/education.
  • Experience in mentoring students in the completion of scholarly projects.
  • Experience in developing curriculum.
  • Demonstrated record of pedagogical innovation.
  • Demonstrated record of academic service.
  • Demonstrated academic expertise in one other discipline (digital rhetoric or writing studies).

Special Requirements
Required Supplemental Materials:
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae3. Teaching PhilosophyUpload a 1-2 page statement describing your approach to teaching creative writing. The statement should address your:
  • Pedagogical philosophy and classroom practices
  • Experience working with diverse student populations
  • Strategies for teaching craft, workshop, and revision
  • Commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning environment

4.Sample Research PublicationUpload a 10-25 page sample of original published research.
5. List of 3 ReferencesUpload a list of three professional references that includes: Name, Title and institutional affiliation, Email address, and Phone number
*Letters of recommendation will be requested at a later stage of the search process. Please do not upload letters at this time.

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