Adjunct Instructor - French

Niagara University • Niagara University, NY

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About The Position

The Department of Modern & Classical Languages has an opening for a part time instructor to teach two sections of French 101 - Introductory French in the Fall 2025 semester, beginning Monday, August 25, 2025. The schedule for the three classes is: FRE 101A, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10:05 am - 11:00 am; and FRE 101B, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 11:10 am - 12:05 pm. However, the times could possibly be adjusted.

Requirements

• Native or near native French fluency
• Thorough knowledge of subject matter
• Ability to plan and present instructional material in a clear, logical and concise manner
• Ability to maintain proper teacher-student relationship
• Sound professional judgment
• Initiative and resourcefulness
• All applicants are required to be New York State residents.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in area of specialization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use a communicative approach to the teaching of a foreign language, using the target language as much as possible, with minimal English for clarification of some grammar points.
• Prepare daily lesson plans and activities using a textbook that engage students in their study of beginning French, following a syllabus provided by the Department Chair.
• Prepare and grade chapter exams and quizzes, with resources provided by the textbook company; manage an online program for daily homework; and evaluate student performance.
• Maintain a class record and keep attendance.
• Be available for students by appointment to help them with any specific problems they might be having with the course material.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees