Adjunct Faculty - Modern Languages

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty - Modern Languages

Worcester, MA

Humanities & Arts - JM Division

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced courses and topic seminars in Spanish, German, Chinese, or Arabic. Adapt to existing curricula and employ creative and critical pedagogical approaches. Maintain high standards of teaching excellence and versatility across multiple courses on a part‑time basis.

• Native or near‑native proficiency in Spanish, German, Chinese, or Arabic.
• PhD in an appropriate discipline.
• Demonstrated teaching experience and a teaching portfolio, syllabi, or other evidence of instruction.
• Ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches.

• Cover letter addressing relevant expertise and experience.
• Current CV including names and contact information for three references.
• Evidentiary documentation of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.).

$6,000 per course.

FLSA Status:
United States of America (Exempt).

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long‑term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being.