Who we’re looking for

Offering introductory and advanced classes in fiction, nonfiction and poetry, as well as other more specialized craft courses such as YA and screenwriting, as well as intensives on the pragmatics of a writing life on a rotating schedule, Blue Stoop seeks teachers with a passion for community-based education, ample publications, and who have already done the immensely important work of decolonizing their syllabi. At Blue Stoop, we want to make specialized teaching opportunities available, outside of academic institutions, to experienced and fledgling writing instructors. As with all of Blue Stoop’s endeavors, our pedagogy holds intersectionality as a core tenet.

Our instructors have

—Come from all over, with an interest in the capaciousness of writing that spans the micro and macro complications of aesthetics, culture & difference, from a wide range of geographical perspectives
—An MFA/MA in chosen genre or community-based/grassroots knowledge equivalent
—A significant record of writing publication 
—Previously taught a minimum of two Creative Writing classes at the college level (or equivalent in community/professional facilitation and leadership experience)
—Taught at least one class on Zoom before and be familiar with Zoom’s basic features (screen share, gallery view, breakout rooms)
—Basic familiarity with Google docs and Google drive
—Basic administrative skills
—Ability to respond to student emails in a timely manner
—Warmth, humor & a genuine interest in diverse, community-based education
—The time and capacity to assist us with marketing your class during the application period, involving posting to social media and emailing your networks

Next steps

Proposals for summer 2024 are now closed. Please keep an eye out for fall applications.

Submit a proposal here.
View our Prospective Teacher Hiring Guide here.
View past syllabi here.