Master's Degree in relevant World Language, and/or closely related field
Native or near-native proficiency in both the target language and in English
The ability to teach classes in person on campus according to the academic schedule
Preferred
ABD or PhD in relevant World Language, and/or closely related field
Native-level proficiency in the target language
Previous teaching experience at the university level
Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling
Physical and Other Requirements
May require standing for long periods of time
May require talking for long periods of time
May require carrying course materials
Required documents to upload (please upload all three documents; incomplete applications will not receive the same consideration):
Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents:
Teaching Evaluations
This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.
Pay Transparency:
Adjunct compensation is determined by education and relevant work experience. Learn more about the adjunct pay structure and the University's approach to pay and benefits transparency.
Notice to Out of State Applicants:
Benefits
Remote work optionsFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Position Title:
Adjunct, Languages and Linguistics
Time Type:
Part time
Position Summary and Qualifications:
The Department of Languages and Linguistics at Saint Joseph's University has a need for high qualified adjunct faculty to staff a variety of courses each semester. Knowledge of proficiency-based teaching in modern languages is essential. Professionals with experience in college teaching will be given preference.
Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct 1 to 2 courses each semester on an "as needed" basis. Courses available for adjunct staffing are offered during the day and in the evening. Courses may include the introductory, intermediate, or conversation level. These courses are taught in person.
Saint Joseph's University (SJU) offers a wide variety of bachelor's, master's, doctoral, associate and certificate programs. With a commitment to personalized attention through a low faculty to student ratio, SJU may call on the expertise of adjunct instructors to complement the work of full-time faculty across all of its colleges and schools.
SJU appoints part-time, non-tenure track adjunct instructors on a semester-to-semester basis with no guarantee of consecutive appointments. Re-appointment is based on university need, student enrollment, and satisfactory performance. Applicants for these positions are screened on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Teaching responsibilities are assigned by the department chair. Compensation for adjunct instructors is commensurate with educational credentials, professional, experience and instructional background. Adjunct instructors are bound to the terms and conditions of employment at Saint Joseph's University, including but not limited to the Faculty Handbook. More information about SJU's academic programs is available online at: www.sju.edu/degree-programs.
This is a fully in-person teaching position on campus. Online or remote instruction is not available for this role. In-Person (On-Campus Only).
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide support and guidance to students
Instruct an assigned course providing syllabi and other instructional materials
Use of university learning management systems to deliver instruction
Teaching of a specified course/language
Preparation of materials
Keeping posted office hours (1 hr per course)
Giving prompt, regular feedback to students about their academic performance
Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically
Cooperating with course coordinators or other program faculty to assure quality and consistency across the program
Languages offered include: French, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Spanish
Secondary Duties & Responsibilities:
Participate in planning and coordinating meetings
Participate in course and/or program assessments
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