German Lecturer & Language Program Coordinator

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a passionate German instructor for a renewable fixed-term, non-tenure-track position starting July 1, 2026. The appointment is initially for one year and will teach five courses per year across the German curriculum, including intermediate language, reading and translation.

The successful candidate will coordinate the intermediate-level language sequence, oversee graduate instructors, conduct classroom observations, and collaborate with the language

Qualifications

• Master's degree in German Studies or related field is required.
• Native or near-native proficiency in German and English.
• Experience with foreign language pedagogy and digital technologies is desirable.
• Ability to coordinate language sequences and supervise teaching staff.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and student engagement in German culture.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses per year in the German language curriculum.
• Coordinate the intermediate-level language sequence and online platforms.
• Supervise graduate instructors and conduct classroom observations.
• Collaborate with the language program director as needed.
• Engage in extracurricular activities to attract students to German studies.

Skills

German language proficiency

Teaching

Curriculum development

Canvas familiarity

Graduate supervision

Education

Master's degree in German Studies / related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a passionate German instructor for a renewable fixed-term, non-tenure-track position starting July 1, 2026. The appointment is initially for one year and will teach five courses per year across the German curriculum, including intermediate language, reading and translation.

The successful candidate will coordinate the intermediate-level language sequence, oversee graduate instructors, conduct classroom observations, and collaborate with the language