Adjunct Instructor - French

Niagara University • Niagara University, NY

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About The Position

The Department of Modern & Classical Languages is hiring a part-time instructor to teach one section of French 102 – Elementary French II during the Spring 2027 semester. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:50 a.m., beginning Tuesday, January 19th.

The instructor will use a communicative approach, using French as much as possible and English minimally to clarify some grammar points. The instructor will prepare lessons and activities based on a department-provided syllabus, assess student work, manage online course platforms, and provide students with help by appointment.

Requirements

• Native or near-native French fluency.
• Thorough knowledge of the subject matter.
• Ability to plan and present instructional material clearly, logically, and concisely.
• Ability to maintain a proper teacher-student relationship.
• Sound professional judgment.
• Initiative and resourcefulness.
• Ability to navigate and manage multiple online platforms for communication and assessment of content.

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree in the area of specialization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of French 102 – Elementary French II in the Spring 2027 semester.
• Use a communicative approach to foreign-language instruction, using the target language as much as possible and minimal English for clarification of some grammar points.
• Prepare daily lesson plans and activities using a textbook and following the syllabus provided by the Department Chair.
• Prepare and grade chapter exams and quizzes using resources provided by the textbook company.
• Manage an online program for daily homework and evaluate student performance.
• Use an online learning management system to post assignments, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Maintain class records and take attendance.
• Be available by appointment to help students with problems they are having with course material.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed