Program and Career Exploration, Department of First Year Experience - Adjunct Faculty

umgc; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach remotely through the Program & Career Exploration 111. The role focuses on guiding adult learners, fostering professional growth, and connecting coursework to career opportunities.

Remote instruction is emphasized, with emphasis on student-centered mentoring and timely feedback. Minimum qualifications include a master's or terminal degree and the ability to teach in the country of application.

Qualifications

• Master's or terminal degree from an accredited institution.
• Ability to maintain legal status to teach in the country of application.
• Student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity and cultural responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Classroom Engagement & Presence: maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week.
• Responsiveness & Feedback: respond to inquiries, return feedback, and post final grades within the expected timeframe.
• Proactive Support & Collaboration: monitor progress, refer struggling students to UMGC support resources, engage with faculty community.

Skills

Student-centered mindset

Empathy

Flexibility

Professional integrity

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Master's or terminal degree

MLS preferred

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Program & Career Exploration 111

Department of First Year Experience | University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)

This position is specifically to teach remotely, for stateside applicants . Local applicants only; UMGC does not sponsor logistical support for this role.

PACE 111 serves as an orientation to UMGC and an exploration of how UMGC academic programs align with professional goals and career options in various specific fields. Focus is on practicing and improving communication and teamwork skills, professionalism, and academic integrity while exploring ways to develop and enhance career opportunities. Students will become familiar with the university's academic culture and expectations, reflect on academic and professional goals, complete assignments relevant to their major, discuss ways to advance progress toward a degree through transfer credit and other prior learning, and explore UMGC's resources for student success.

At UMGC, we don't just teach; we empower. Founded in 1947, UMGC is an open-access, minority-serving institution serving over 100,000 nontraditional learners worldwide, including a proud, large military-affiliated population. Our students are mature, highly dedicated, and balancing careers, families, and service. As an Adjunct Faculty member, you are the essential partner helping them bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world career success.

Why Teach with UMGC?

Focus on Students, Not Course Design: All courses follow a standardized, pre-designed, unified course model. Standardized rubrics, OER materials, library resources, and digital textbooks are fully provided at no cost to you. You get to focus 100% of your energy on mentoring, facilitating, and providing high‑quality feedback-no unpaid course‑building required.

Ongoing Growth: We invest in you. All newly hired faculty receive comprehensive online orientation, alongside ongoing, cost‑free professional development opportunities.

The Rhythm of Your Week (Key Responsibilities)

• Classroom Engagement & Presence
  • Be Visible: Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introducing yourself with a welcome announcement and driving discussions.
  • Bridge Theory & Practice: Enrich the pre-built curriculum with your own professional expertise and real‑world examples.
  • Build Belonging: Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment where adult learners feel supported and motivated.
• Responsiveness & Feedback
  • Stay consistently engaged with learners throughout the course by responding to inquiries, returning feedback, and posting final grades within the expected timeframe.
• Proactive Support & Collaboration
  • Monitor Progress: Use available data tools to track student engagement and conduct proactive outreach to at‑risk students.
  • Team Up: Partner with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to UMGC support resources.
  • Stay Connected: Participate in UMGC's vibrant faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: A master's or terminal degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Relevant academic and/or professional experience in the field.
• Legal Status: Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
• The Mindset: A deeply student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree or MLS preferred.
• Experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment.
• Prior postsecondary teaching experience.
• Active engagement in your discipline's professional community.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from p

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.