Adjunct Professor in Languages

Seton Hall University; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription and vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Supplemental retirement benefits

Job summary

Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey, seeks adjunct professors for Arabic, Chinese, French, and more. Candidates should possess a Master's degree or higher and have experience in teaching languages at varying levels. The position provides the opportunity for instructors to offer high-quality, student-centered instruction in person, managing student assignments effectively.

Tasks include maintaining student communication, coordinating with faculty, and participating in departmental events. Benefits include comprehensive medical and retirement options, fostering a diverse educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in any relevant field.
• Fluency in the language to be taught.
• Legal status to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, student-centered instruction.
• Design and evaluate student assignments in alignment with curriculum.
• Maintain communication with students and provide timely feedback.
• Manage student records and submit grades punctually.
• Coordinate with faculty to ensure instructional alignment.
• Participate in Department events.

Skills

Fluency in the language taught

Experience teaching languages

Ability to incorporate technology into instruction

Education

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Seton Hall University seeks applicants for adjunct professor positions in Arabic, Chinese, Classics-Greek-Latin, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish. The positions are in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures within the College of Arts and Sciences. Candidates should have a Master's degree or higher and experience teaching languages. Teaching loads are one to two courses per semester at elementary, intermediate, or Advanced levels. All classes are taught in person.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, student-centered instruction across various levels.
• Design, administer and evaluate student assignments and assessments in strict alignment with departmental curriculum guidelines.
• Maintain regular communication with students and provide timely feedback on assessments.
• Manage accurate student records in Canvas and follow all deadlines for timely submission of grades.
• Coordinate periodically with full-time faculty and language program directors to ensure instructional alignment.
• Participate in Department events as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher
• Fluency in the language taught
• Experience teaching languages
• Legal status to work in the U.S.

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in Applied Linguistics preferred, but not required
• Experience with communicative and task-based teaching methodologies
• Familiarity with ACTFL Guidelines
• Ability to incorporate technology into instruction and provide a well-rounded, interactive learning experience for students

Salary Range

Minimum pay is $1230 per credit for those without a terminal degree and $1332.50 per credit for those with a terminal degree.

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Benefits

Seton Hall University offers supplemental retirement benefits.

Benefits include bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and a retirement plan.

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey.

Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions.