Part-Time Faculty: English

University of Maine System•Presque Isle, ME

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) seeks Adjunct Faculty members who are subject matter experts in English to serve as Instructors of Record and/or develop courses for undergraduate and graduate programs. Instruction may be delivered online, on campus, or in other approved instructional modalities, including traditional 15-week semester courses and 8-week Competency-Based Education (CBE) formats. Teaching assignments and course development opportunities are based on departmental needs, faculty expertise, and course delivery schedules. Traditional semester courses are typically offered during the Fall and Spring semesters, with additional opportunities during Summer sessions. Competency-Based Education (CBE) courses are offered in multiple eight-week sessions throughout the year. Scheduling is flexible and aligned with instructional and program needs. Courses may be delivered in synchronous or asynchronous formats, as appropriate for the instructional model, and meaningful interaction with students is expected. Compensation for instruction and course development assignments is determined in accordance with the University of Maine System Part-Time Academics Collective Bargaining Agreement (PATFA). Rates vary based on assignment, academic rank, qualifications, experience, and University service.

Requirements

For undergraduate degree programs: At minimum, a master's degree from an accredited institution and/or significant work experience in a related field.
For graduate degree programs: A doctorate, terminal degree, or other advanced degree in the field of study and/or significant work experience in a related field.
Computer (desktop or laptop) with sufficient processing speed and capabilities
Reliable high-speed internet connection
Webcam
Microphone

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching at the college-level
Online teaching experience
Teaching in a competency-based education model

Responsibilities

Serve as Instructors of Record
Develop courses for undergraduate and graduate programs
Deliver instruction online, on campus, or in other approved instructional modalities
Teach traditional 15-week semester courses
Teach 8-week Competency-Based Education (CBE) formats
Provide meaningful interaction with students