Understanding Movies, Department of Education and Professional Studies - Adjunct Faculty
Understanding Movies, Department of Education and Professional Studies - Adjunct Faculty
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Adjunct Faculty
Understanding Movies
Department of Education and Professional Studies
UMGC Stateside
Location: Honolulu HI
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Honolulu HI in the Humanities we are seeking faculty for the following course:
Understanding Movies (ARTH 334):
An analysis of one of the most important means of artistic expression of the 20th century. The goal is to acquire a deeper understanding of the aesthetic qualities of film by considering the stylistic elements of film as it has evolved throughout the century and weighing the special relationship between cinema and literature.
Required Education and Experience:
A Masters degree in Humanities or a related field is required from an accredited institution of higher learning.
Professional experience in Art History/ Cinema
Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
This position is specifically designated to teach on-site in Honolulu HI.
Preferred Education and Experience:
A terminal degree in Humanities or a related field is required 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
UMGCone of 11 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 90000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947 UMUC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMUC 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 55000 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 though 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 Arts and Humanities program at UMGC
To learn more about this program including its description outcomes and coursework please visit: ARTH Courses UMGC
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 UMGCs Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at.
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 ()
Hiring Range by Rank and Degree:
Instructor: No Terminal Degree: Step 1 $806 - Step 11 $1050 per credit hour
Assistant Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $877 - Step 11 $1127 per credit hour
Assistant Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1023 - Step 11 $1288 per credit hour
Associate Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $947 - Step 11 $1205 per credit hour
Associate Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1202 - Step 11 $1483 per credit hour
Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $1023 - Step 11 $1288 per credit hour
Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1347 - Step 11 $1645 per credit hour
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
