Adjunct Faculty English Lecturer

umd; Maryland; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Eastern Shore seeks adjunct faculty in the English & Modern Language department for Fall 2026, teaching on campus in Princess Anne, Maryland, with possible online sections. Candidates should be prepared to teach Composition, Speech, and Technical Writing, and may teach literature, digital humanities, or media studies as needed.

Applicants should understand the mission of an HBCU education and be ready to discuss race, gender, and inclusivity in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate credits in English or related discipline.
• At least one year of college teaching experience as Instructor of Record.
• Experience teaching with a Learning Management System (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Teach Composition 101 and 102, Technical Writing, and Speech.
• May teach courses in Literature, Digital Humanities, or Media Studies as needed.

Skills

LMS experience

Inclusive teaching

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum adaptation

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's degree with at least 18 graduate credits in English/discipline

At least 1 year of college teaching experience

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: The Department of English, Languages and Media Studies (ELMS) at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks Adjunct faculty. Resumes will be reviewed as needed for each semester.

Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and accidental death & dismemberment. The medical benefits are subject to subsidy restrictions based upon number of courses taught. Voluntary participation in supplemental retirement accounts (SRAs) to include TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide; participation in state sponsored MetLife life insurance and/or USM sponsored MetLife life insurance plan; long term disability insurance, and the employee assistance program.

For Fall 2026, the department seeks candidates who can teach on campus in Princess Anne, Maryland. We are specifically seeking instructors for composition, speech, and technical writing courses. Occasionally the department might need instructors who can teach online. Qualified applicants may be asked to teach courses in our Literature, Digital Humanities, or Media Studies programs as needed. Please indicate in your cover letter which modality you are applying for.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an understanding of the mission and value of an HBCU education and be able to speak fluently on the dynamics of race, gender, and social inclusivity in their teaching. UMES is committed to the development of an equitable and inclusive environment, and we value input of multiple viewpoints and perspectives across the university.

Responsibilities

• Teaching responsibilities may include courses in Composition 101 and 102, Technical Writing, and Speech.
• Qualified instructors may also teach other courses as needed in our literature, digital humanities, English education, or digital media tracks.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline. Exceptional candidates with a BA in the discipline and 5+ years of industry/professional experience in the discipline may be considered for production-oriented courses.
• At least one year of college teaching experience in the discipline as Instructor of Record.
• Experience teaching with a Learning Management System (such as Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to use technology in the classroom to enhance student learning.
• A strong commitment to teaching excellence.
• Ability to instruct students of varying preparation and abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and cultural competency skills and demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with colleagues, peers, and students.
• Ability to create inclusive learning experiences that will help undergraduate students develop the skills of the discipline.
• Ability to assess student performance and learning.
• Willingness to implement the department’s standardized syllabus as needed.

Physical Demands

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences

• Three years of college teaching experience in an English-related discipline.
• Experience with Canvas.

Department

UMES-SESA-English & Modern Language/Operations

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$3,189

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination or harassment.