Writing, English, Speech, Communication, Camp Arifjan, The Undergraduate School - Adjunct Faculty

Job Ref:
‎10016399
Location:
Camp Arifjan-Kuwait
Category:
Adjunct Faculty
Type:
Part time
Adjunct Faculty
Writing, English, Speech, Communication
The Undergraduate School
UMGC Europe
Location: Camp Arifjan (Kuwait)
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-
site in Kuwait in the Writing/English, Speech, and/or Communication programs.
Required Education and Experience :
* Master's degree in Writing, English, Speech, Communication or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
* Professional experience in Writing, English, Speech, Communication, or related field.
* Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
* Local applicants only. Adjunct faculty positions are not eligible for UMGC sponsored logistical support. Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach .
* Applicants must already have base access. We are not able to obtain base access or provide logistical support for our Downrange adjunct faculty.
Materials needed for submission
* Resume/Curriculum Vitae
* Cover letter highly preferred
* Unofficial transcripts for all conferred degrees with conferral date
* 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 chair on possible curricular improvements.
The Writing Program at UMGC
Please visit the following link to learn more about this program, including
its description, outcomes, and coursework: https://europe.umgc.edu/online-
degrees/course-information/listing.wrtg
The English Program at UMGC
Please visit the following link to learn more about this program, including
its description, outcomes, and coursework: https://europe.umgc.edu/online-
degrees/course-information/listing.engl
The Speech Program at UMGC
Please visit the following link to learn more about this program, including
its description, outcomes, and coursework: https://europe.umgc.edu/online-
degrees/course-information/listing.spch
The Communication Program at UMGC
Please visit the following link to learn more about this program, including
its description, outcomes, and coursework: https://europe.umgc.edu/online-
degrees/course-information/listing.comm
Please visit the following link to learn more about teaching in Europe:
https://europe.umgc.edu/about/careers-at-umgc-europe.html
Faculty Training at UM G C
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 ‎412, 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. UMGC offers
competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for qualifying positions,
such as tuition remission, generous leave and healthcare. For detailed
benefits information, please visit:
https://careers.umgc.edu/benefits.html.
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.
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to helping safeguard
the health of its faculty, staff, students, contractors, and guests. Because
vaccinations reduce the spread of SARS-CoV-‎2-the virus that causes
COVID-‎19-all prospective UMGC faculty (full-time and adjunct) and staff are
strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated and current with the recommended
boosters. As always, operations at our military locations in Europe, Asia, and
stateside will follow the guidance of the U.S. Department of Defense and local
commands, and may require proof of full vaccination, unless an exception is
approved as a reasonable accommodation based on disability or religion. If so,
a copy of their Approved Exception Letter must be provided before the start of
their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or show proof of
exception may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.