Sociology, Andersen Air Force Base, The Undergraduate School - Adjunct Faculty
About The Position
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Guam for the Sociology program. UMGC is a mission-driven institution with seven core values, prioritizing 'Students First.' Founded in 1947, UMGC is committed to adult learners, offering flexibility and options as a global, 24-hour institution. The typical UMGC student is an adult learner balancing career, family, and other priorities, with roughly 80% working full-time, half being parents, and half being minority students. UMGC is also a leading provider of higher education to the U.S. military, serving active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and their families. The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC emphasizes scholar-practitioners who are actively engaged in their fields and wish to mentor the next generation of professionals. This role involves actively engaging students, guiding them in applying learning, providing constructive feedback, demonstrating current subject-matter expertise, and offering feedback on curriculum improvements.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Sociology or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
- Professional experience in a related field.
- Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial transcripts for all conferred degrees with conferral date
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
- If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.
Responsibilities
- Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
- Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
- Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
- Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
- Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.
Benefits
- Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE: Adjuncts are only eligible for State of Maryland benefits. Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
- Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
- Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
