Sociology and Behavioral Sciences, Grafenwoehr, Undergraduate School - Adjunct Faculty
About The Position
Adjunct Faculty in Sociology and Behavioral Sciences for The Undergraduate School at UMGC Europe, located in Grafenwoehr, Germany. This position requires on-site teaching and is open to local applicants only. UMGC is an open-access, minority-serving institution serving over 90,000 nontraditional learners worldwide, including a large military-affiliated population. As an Adjunct Faculty member, you will partner with students to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world career success. UMGC provides a standardized, pre-designed course model with all necessary materials, allowing faculty to focus on mentoring and feedback. New faculty receive comprehensive online orientation and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in Sociology, Behavioral Sciences, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
- Relevant academic and/or professional experience in the field.
- Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
- A deeply student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness.
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching adult learners online asynchronous and/or synchronous), hybrid, and/or face-to-face learning environments.
- Prior postsecondary teaching experience.
- Active engagement in your discipline's professional community.
Responsibilities
- Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introducing yourself with a welcome announcement and driving discussions.
- Enrich the pre-built curriculum with your own professional expertise and real-world examples.
- Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment where adult learners feel supported and motivated.
- Respond to inquiries, return feedback, and post final grades within the expected timeframe.
- Use available data tools to track student engagement and conduct proactive outreach to at-risk students.
- Partner with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to UMGC support resources.
- Participate in UMGC's vibrant faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training.
Benefits
- 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.
- 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
