French 102 Adjunct — Part-Time, Tue/Thu AM

Niagara University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Niagara University is seeking a part-time instructor to teach one section of French 102 – Elementary French II for Spring 2027. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 am to 11:50 am, starting January 19th.

Responsibilities include using a communicative, immersion approach, preparing daily lessons, and managing online platforms for assignments and grading. The ideal candidate has native or near-native French fluency, solid subject matter knowledge, and the ability to plan and present

Qualifications

• Native or near native French fluency.
• Thorough knowledge of subject matter.
• Ability to plan and present instructional material clearly and concisely.
• Ability to maintain proper teacher‑student relationships.
• Sound professional judgment.
• Initiative and resourcefulness.
• Ability to navigate and manage multiple online platforms for communication and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of French 102 – Elementary French II.
• Use a communicative approach to teaching a foreign language, maximizing target language use with minimal English.
• Prepare daily lesson plans and activities using a textbook per the syllabus.
• Prepare and grade chapter exams/quizzes; manage online homework resources and assessments.
• Manage an online learning management system to post assignments and grades.
• Maintain class records and attendance.
• Be available for student appointments to help with course material.

Skills

French fluency

Classroom management

Online platforms

Curriculum planning

Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Online communication & assessment platforms

Job description

Niagara University is seeking a part-time instructor to teach one section of French 102 – Elementary French II for Spring 2027. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 am to 11:50 am, starting January 19th.

Responsibilities include using a communicative, immersion approach, preparing daily lessons, and managing online platforms for assignments and grading. The ideal candidate has native or near-native French fluency, solid subject matter knowledge, and the ability to plan and present