Adjunct Faculty - Writing, English, Speech, Communication

About the role

UMGC Europe is hiring an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Writing, English, Speech and Communication courses on site in Powidz, Poland, within its Undergraduate School. The position is for local applicants only; UMGC does not sponsor travel or housing, and applicants must hold their own legal right to work in Poland. Teaching takes place in 8-week accelerated sessions, with a substantial commitment to students' academic, social, personal and professional growth.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introducing yourself and driving discussion
• Enrich the pre-built curriculum with your own professional expertise and real-world examples
• Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners
• Respond to learner inquiries, return feedback and post final grades within the expected timeframe
• Track student progress with data tools and proactively reach out to at-risk students
• Partner with success coaches, academic staff and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to support resources
• Take part in the faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training

Required profile

• Master's degree in Writing, English, Speech, Communication Studies or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Relevant academic and/or professional experience in the field
• Own legal status in Poland and ability to maintain it while teaching
• Written and spoken English proficiency sufficient to teach, communicate with students and evaluate work
• Student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity and cultural responsiveness

Preferred qualifications

• Experience teaching adult learners in online (asynchronous/synchronous), hybrid and/or face-to-face settings
• Prior postsecondary teaching experience
• Active engagement in the discipline's professional community

What we offer

• Pay of $903-$1,173 per credit hour for non-PhD faculty and $931-$1,215 per credit hour for PhD faculty, with new hires usually appointed at Step 1
• Health coverage for individuals and families starting the month after hire, plus term life and accidental death insurance
• Supplemental retirement plans (403(b), 457(b), Roth options); no matching funds
• Online orientation and ongoing, cost-free professional development