Adjunct Faculty Position in German, Department of Languages

University of Delaware; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Delaware invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty Position in German in the Department of Languages. This is an open and continuous posting for potential adjuncts; in-person instruction is required and schedules vary by semester.

Qualifications include an MA in German or related field, native or near-native German and English, and prior college-level teaching in the US. Applicants should be prepared to participate in a collaborative, student-centered learning environment and

Qualifications

• MA in German Language, Literature, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, or Second Language Acquisition & Teaching (Ph.D. preferred).
• Native or near-native fluency in German and English (ACTFL Superior or CEFR C1).
• Experience teaching college-level German in the US.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory, intermediate, or advanced German-language classes.
• Be available for in-person instruction; schedule varies by semester.
• Hold one hour of student office hours per course per week.
• Collaborate with colleagues to advance student outcomes.

Skills

German language proficiency

English proficiency

Intercultural competence

Education

MA in German Language or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

Adjunct Faculty Position in German, Department of Languages

Apply now Job no: 503377
College / VP Area: College of Arts & Sciences
Work type: Staff, Part-Time
Location: Newark, DE
Categories: Part Time, Adjuncts / Instructors

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty Position in German

This is an open and continuous posting for potential adjunct positions. The successful candidate must be available for in-person instruction. Days and times will vary according to the needs of the department each semester.

Qualifications and Responsibilities:

• MA in German Language, Literature, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, or Second Language Acquisition & Teaching (Ph.D. preferred).
• Native or near-native fluency in German and English (ACTFL Superior or CEFR C1).
• Experience teaching college-level German in the US. The core responsibilities of this position involve teaching introductory, intermediate, or advanced German-language classes.

Candidates should be:

• Familiar with current best practices in second language acquisition & pedagogical methods, national and state standards, and intercultural competence.
• Experienced with using technology to foster student learning.
• Committed to high-quality instruction in a collaborative, communicative-based learning environment.
• Able to work with students from diverse backgrounds and with diverse learning styles.
• Willing to collaborate with colleagues to advance student outcomes.

Note: Adjunct instructors are also expected to hold one hour of student office hours per course per week.

Application Materials:

• A formal letter of application
• CV
• Contact information for references who can speak to your teaching experience
• Unofficial transcript from highest degree.

After an initial interview, additional materials may be requested such as course evaluations, teaching philosophy, and language certification (ACTFL Superior or CEFR C1).

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