Bridge Program, Sasebo, Undergraduate School - Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus

7d • Remote

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks employees to teach Bridge Program classes in Japan. Bridge Program faculty develop and deliver quality instruction to English Language Learners (ELL) in academic English, focusing on the development of their speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills. UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in TESOL, ESL, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Teaching experience in TESOL, ESL, or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners in a classroom environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications to include PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft One Drive.
• 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

• Cover letter highly preferred.
• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver quality instruction to English Language Learners (ELL) in academic English.
• Focus on the development of students' speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level