Adjunct Faculty - Italian, CAS Department of World Languages and Cultures (Open Continuous)
About The Position
American University's College of Arts & Sciences, Department of World Languages and Cultures, is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach "Italian Culture and Society" for the 2027 Spring semester. This is a part-time, exempt position. The department is looking for an experienced and versatile candidate who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the department through their work, teaching, research, and/or service. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality undergraduate instruction and fostering an inclusive learning environment. The class will be taught in English.
Requirements
- Hold an advanced degree (Ph.D. or M. A.) in Italian Studies from a nationally accredited institution
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching Italian Studies at the college level across all levels
- Possess near-native proficiency in English and Italian
- Be committed to collegiality, good citizenship, and a desire to serve the department and the school.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrate independence in research and teaching.
Responsibilities
- Teach one course within the Italian program as assigned
- Develop lesson plans and classroom material in alignment with the department standards
- Incorporate Italian culture into instruction
- Evaluate and assess student performance in a timely manner
- Hold regular office hours to support student learning
- Use the learning management platform Canvas to communicate and post course material.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
