Lecturer - Middle & Secondary Education Social Studies Methods
Lecturer - Middle & Secondary Education Social Studies Methods
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Job Description
The University of Maine at Farmington and the Division of Education Health and Rehabilitation welcome passionate educators to join our team as a part-time adjunct faculty member to teach Social Studies Methods for Middle and Secondary Education (EDU 409) in Fall 2025. This online synchronous course will meet on Mondays from 5:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m.
In this course students explore the foundational and often complex issues of teaching social studies in todays middle and secondary classroomssuch as censorship academic freedom and the integration of disciplines like history economics geography political science and sociology. You will help students shape their personal philosophies of education while introducing effective instructional strategies and curricular resources.
This position is ideal for passionate educators who are eager to mentor future teachers and foster a dynamic inclusive online learning environment. If you are committed to excellence in teaching and student engagement we encourage you to apply!
Essential duties include but arenot limited to:
- Lesson planning
- Assignment design
- Grading
- Correspondence with students
- Course coordination meetings
- Required orientation and trainings (i.e. compliance training)
Required Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Education or related field
- A minimum of two (2) years experience in Grades 6-12 settings as a Middle/Secondary Social Studies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching in online and/or hybrid modalities
- PhD or EdD in Education
Technology Requirements:
Part-time faculty members teaching at the University of Maine at Farmington are required to have the appropriate technology to teach in a fully online environment. This includes but is not limited to:
- Computer (laptop) with appropriate amounts of processing speed
- High-speed internet connection
- Webcam
- Microphone
Salary & Benefits:
Part-time faculty members are compensated on a per-credit-hour basis commensurate with qualifications experience and in accordance with the Maine Part-Time Faculty Association (PATFA) contract. Teaching opportunities in future semesters are based on course funding performance need and availability. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.
Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefitsprovided by the University of Maine System.
To apply click on the Apply Now button below and create an applicant profile complete a brief application and upload:
- A cover letter which describes qualifications interests and suitability for any of the position(s)
- A resume/curriculum vitae
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
Important information to know:
- Review of applications will begin at the end of business day on July 11 2025.
- We are not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
- Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered.
- If materials are received after the recruitment deadline thereview will be at the discretion of the university.
- The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
