Adjunct Faculty

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty - Advanced Business Writing

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is seeking adjunct faculty to teach in the Writing program. Specifically, we are seeking faculty for the following course:

Course Description:

WRTG 394: Advanced Business Writing - A comprehensive, project-based study of applied business writing. The aim is to develop documents appropriate to audience and purpose that are well argued and conform to standards of business writing. Topics include context, purpose, audience, style, organization, format, results, technologies, and strategies for persuasion in typical workplace messages. In addition to shorter assignments, a substantial formal report that incorporates research and support for conclusions or recommendations is required.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in English or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in English or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in English or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.

What We Offer:

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://www.umgc.edu/about-umgc/careers/benefits.cfm.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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.

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