Adjunct, Languages and Linguistics
About The Position
The Department of Languages and Linguistics at Saint Joseph’s University has a need for high qualified adjunct faculty to staff a variety of courses each semester. Knowledge of proficiency-based teaching in modern languages is essential. Professionals with experience in college teaching will be given preference. Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct 1 to 2 courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. Courses available for adjunct staffing are offered during the day and in the evening. Courses may include the introductory, intermediate, or conversation level. These courses are taught in person. Saint Joseph’s University (SJU) offers a wide variety of bachelor's, master's, doctoral, associate and certificate programs. With a commitment to personalized attention through a low faculty to student ratio, SJU may call on the expertise of adjunct instructors to complement the work of full-time faculty across all of its colleges and schools. SJU appoints part-time, non-tenure track adjunct instructors on a semester-to-semester basis with no guarantee of consecutive appointments. Re-appointment is based on university need, student enrollment, and satisfactory performance. Applicants for these positions are screened on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Teaching responsibilities are assigned by the department chair. Compensation for adjunct instructors is commensurate with educational credentials, professional, experience and instructional background. Adjunct instructors are bound to the terms and conditions of employment at Saint Joseph’s University, including but not limited to the Faculty Handbook. More information about SJU’s academic programs is available online at: www.sju.edu/degree-programs. This is a fully in-person teaching position on campus. Online or remote instruction is not available for this role. In-Person (On-Campus Only).
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in relevant World Language, and/or closely related field
- Native or near-native proficiency in both the target language and in English
- The ability to teach classes in person on campus according to the academic schedule
Nice To Haves
- ABD or PhD in relevant World Language, and/or closely related field
- Native-level proficiency in the target language
- Previous teaching experience at the university level
- Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling
Responsibilities
- Provide support and guidance to students
- Instruct an assigned course providing syllabi and other instructional materials
- Use of university learning management systems to deliver instruction
- Teaching of a specified course/language
- Preparation of materials
- Keeping posted office hours (1 hr per course)
- Giving prompt, regular feedback to students about their academic performance
- Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically
- Cooperating with course coordinators or other program faculty to assure quality and consistency across the program
- Participate in planning and coordinating meetings
- Participate in course and/or program assessments
Benefits
- Adjunct compensation is determined by education and relevant work experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
