Adjunct Faculty Spanish Language Department of Education and Integrative Studies UMGC Stateside Location: Stateside Remote University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach online for the Spanish and World Languages/Cultures program. Intermediate Spanish I (SPAN 211): An intermediate-level study of the Spanish language. The aim is to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish and apply them in a variety of real-life situations and social contexts in culturally appropriate ways. Intermediate Spanish II (SPAN 212): Course Desc: For online sections, microphone, speakers, and occasional synchronous work required. Prerequisite: SPAN 211 or appropriate score on a placement test. Further intermediate-level study of the Spanish language. The objective is to listen to, speak, read, and write Spanish and interact effectively with native speakers in a variety of personal and professional settings in culturally appropriate ways. Advanced Spanish I (SPAN 311): An in-depth review and expansion of Spanish language communication skills. The aim is to express opinions and use narration and description in a variety of personal and professional contexts. Focus is on improving linguistic proficiency while increasing cultural awareness. Modern Spanish-Speaking Cultures (SPAN 314): An overview of the diverse cultures that constitute the Spanish-speaking world, taught entirely in Spanish. The objective is to foster intercultural communication skills, recognize aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures and their significance to global and American society, and employ strategies to enhance language development and cultural awareness. Discussion covers the social, historical, and political experience of the Spanish-speaking people of Latin America, Spain, and the United States. Business Spanish I (SPAN 418): An exploration of business contexts and practices in the Spanish-speaking world, taught entirely in Spanish. The objective is to use knowledge of diverse business cultures to communicate and interact effectively in a business environment. Topics include contemporary economic conditions in various Spanish-speaking areas (including those within the United States), enterprise, management, human resources, and cultural issues that influence the workplace. Assignments include preparing a job-search portfolio and making a business presentation, both in Spanish. Business Spanish II (SPAN 419): A continued exploration of business conditions and practices in the Spanish-speaking world, taught entirely in Spanish. The goal is to use knowledge of diverse business cultures to communicate and interact effectively in a business environment in Spanish. Topics include contemporary economic conditions in various Spanish-speaking areas (including areas within the United States), marketing, investments, finances, logistics, and cultural issues that influence the market. Projects include preparation of a business proposal portfolio and a professional presentation with a peer review, both in Spanish. Required Education and Experience: - Master's Degree in Spanish, Spanish language pedagogy, Spanish linguistics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning. - Three (3) years of experience teaching the Spanish language - Experience teaching business Spanish and cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world, with demonstrated ability to teach entirely in Spanish. - Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred - This position is specifically to teach remotely. Preferred Education and Experience: - Terminal Degree in Spanish Language or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning. Materials needed for submission - Resume/Curriculum Vitae - Cover letter highly preferred - If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor. Who We Are and Who We Serve UMGC—one of 12 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)—is a mission-driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First,” and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning. The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually. We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to this service. The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education. Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to: - Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning. - Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations. - Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments. - Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program. - Provide feedback to your program director on possible curricular improvements. The World Languages and Cultures Program at UMGC Please visit the following link to learn more about this program, including its description, outcomes, and coursework: https://www.umgc.edu/liberal-arts-communication/foreign-language-courses-online Faculty Training at UMGC We are committed to your professional success at UMGC. Each new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online two-week new faculty orientation, FacDev 411, as a condition of hire. Position Available and will Remain Open until Filled Salary Commensurate with Experience All submissions should include a cover letter and resume. 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. 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 participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations@umgc.edu. Benefits Package Highlights: - Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE: Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled. - Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance. - Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds. For additional information please see: SS Adjunct Faculty_2020.pdf (umgc.edu) Hiring Range by Rank and Degree: Instructor: No Terminal Degree: Step 1 $806 - Step 11 $1,050 per credit hour Assistant Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $877 - Step 11 $1,127 per credit hour Assistant Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,023 - Step 11 $1,288 per credit hour Associate Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $947 - Step 11 $1,205 per credit hour Associate Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,202 - Step 11 $1,483 per credit hour Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,023 - Step 11 $1,288 per credit hour Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,347 - Step 11 $1,645 per credit hour