Adjunct Faculty - Modern Languages

Worcester Polytech; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,933 - 72,986; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced courses in Spanish, German, Chinese, or Arabic. The ideal candidate will adapt to existing curricula while maintaining high standards in teaching excellence.

Compensation is $6,000 per course, with a focus on creative pedagogical approaches. Applicants are encouraged to provide teaching portfolios and relevant documentation.

Qualifications

• Expertise in teaching languages at various levels.
• Evidence of effective pedagogical approaches and curricula adaptation.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and advanced courses in multiple languages.
• Maintain high standards of teaching excellence.

Skills

Native or near‑native proficiency in Spanish, German, Chinese, or Arabic

Demonstrated teaching experience

Education

PhD in an appropriate discipline

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty - Modern Languages

Location

Worcester, MA

Department

Humanities & Arts - JM Division

Division

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Responsibilities

Teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced courses and topic seminars in Spanish, German, Chinese, or Arabic. Adapt to existing curricula and employ creative and critical pedagogical approaches. Maintain high standards of teaching excellence and versatility across multiple courses on a part‑time basis.

Qualifications

• Native or near‑native proficiency in Spanish, German, Chinese, or Arabic.
• PhD in an appropriate discipline.
• Demonstrated teaching experience and a teaching portfolio, syllabi, or other evidence of instruction.
• Ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches.

Application Materials

• Cover letter addressing relevant expertise and experience.
• Current CV including names and contact information for three references.
• Evidentiary documentation of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.).

Compensation

$6,000 per course.

Employment Status

FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt).

Equal Opportunity Statement

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Benefits

WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long‑term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being.