Adjunct Instructor - Department of World Languages and Cultures, UMKC School of Humanities and

Hiring Department University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Humanities and Social Sciences World Languages and Cultures For more information about the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, visit: Job Description The Department of World Languages and Cultures of the University ofMissouri-Kansas City is continuously seeking qualified candidates for part-time adjunct faculty teaching positions in French, German, and Spanish. The intent of this announcement is to identify a pool of adjunct faculty who are qualified to deliver primarily undergraduate elementary and intermediate level courses. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible unranked non tenure track position. The appointment period is for the semester with consideration for reappointment. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree and native or near-native fluency in the foreign language required. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree or equivalent advanced degree in the foreign language or appropriate related field, or completed at least one year of a graduate program in the target language Some college-level teaching experience (at least one semester of teaching) Taught a full class in the target language at the high-school level or at an organization Evidence of teaching excellence Engaged in at least two teaching development activities, such as interning in a high school language program, shadowing a highschool teacher or university professor for a semester, served as a teaching assistant, have taken a pedagogy course, or trained by a language coordinator Completed a year-long study abroad program Completed two or more conference presentations or publications (including trade, journalistic, or literacy) in or on the target language Anticipated Hiring Range Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements. Handling of Application Materials After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved. Application Deadline Application materials are solicited on an ongoing basis to ensure we have a strong talent pool to source from in the event of a vacancy. Sponsorship Information Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Benefit Eligibility This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Goddard School of Deerfield