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University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Foreign Language Lecturers

LocationUniversity of Maryland Eastern Shore
Also inPrincess Anne, MD
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentEnglish and Modern Languages
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedJun 12, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live4h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have6
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Academic preparation in teaching field to include eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the discipline to be taught
One year of teaching experience
Ability to use an LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.) to teach
Demonstrated fluency in the language and knowledge of the respective area's culture
Advanced English proficiency
Nice to have1
University-level teaching experience
Skills
Canvas
Blackboard
Benefits
Medical insurance
Prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance
Long term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description Summary
Organization’s Summary Statement:
The Department of English and Modern Languages at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applications for part-time Lecturers (adjuncts) to teach the following languages: Swahili and Korean starting in the Fall 2025 semester. Classes are taught in-person on our Princess Anne campus with a focus on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The position is on an as-needed basis.
About the company
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty members are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs, committed to innovative instruction resulting in improved student learning, and able to effectively use technology to track attendance, grading, and other classroom management needs using the LMS.
Applicants should have demonstrated fluency in the language and knowledge of the respective area’s culture and advanced English proficiency.
Benefits
Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and accidental death & dismemberment. The medical benefits are subject to subsidy restrictions based upon number of courses taught. Voluntary participation in supplemental retirement accounts (SRAs) to include TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide; participation in state sponsored MetLife life insurance and/or USM sponsored MetLife life insurance plan; long term disability insurance, and the employee assistance program.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities: Typical duties include but are not limited to:
• Plans and teaches all-level courses in the target language.
• Prepares syllabi and instructional materials, coordinates class sessions
and tests and evaluates student work.
• Maintains the highest possible standards of classroom instruction.
• Keeps aware of new information and developments in the field of
instruction.
• Performs all duties and maintains all standards in accordance with
university policies, procedures and core values.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Academic preparation in teaching field to include eighteen (18) graduate
semester hours in the discipline to be taught.
• One year of teaching experience.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Ability to use an LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.) to teach
Physical Demands:
• May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Nice to have
Preferences:
• University-level teaching experience
Minimum Qualifications
The title Lecturer will ordinarily be used to designate appointments of persons who are serving in a teaching capacity for a limited time or part-time. The normal requirement is a Master’s degree in the field of instruction or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in the field of instruction. Appointments to this rank are typically one to three years and are renewable.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Best Consideration Date: N/A
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Department
UMES-SESA-English & Modern Language/Operations
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)
Salary Range
$3,189
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Diversity Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.
Title IX Statement
It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University’s educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.
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