German Language Adjunct Instructor – Spring 2027

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah Valley University is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach German in the Department of Languages for the Spring 2027 semester. The successful candidate will design and teach courses, plan and follow a structured curriculum, and develop instructional materials for classroom and lab settings.

Applicants should hold a master’s degree in German or a combination of bachelor’s degree with related teaching experience, and must demonstrate expertise in instructional strategies, student management,

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Extensive knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development and evaluation.
• Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in German.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study with measurable objectives.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets).
• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms and laboratories.
• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
• Recommends students for advancement and graduation.
• Maintains and submits accurate reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Coordinates cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
• Assists counselors, department chairperson and/or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Adheres to academic freedom and professional responsibility statements.
• Maintains desirable and safe laboratory and classroom conditions.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of subject matter,

Instructional strategies and teaching

Student management, motivation, and

Evaluation of instruction and program

Field of study knowledge

Counseling and advising techniques

Public speaking

Report writing

Following procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in the subject matter or bachelor’s with 2 years teaching experience

Job description

Utah Valley University is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach German in the Department of Languages for the Spring 2027 semester. The successful candidate will design and teach courses, plan and follow a structured curriculum, and develop instructional materials for classroom and lab settings.

Applicants should hold a master’s degree in German or a combination of bachelor’s degree with related teaching experience, and must demonstrate expertise in instructional strategies, student management,