Art History and Humanities, Sigonella, Undergraduate School- Adjunct Faculty

Location: Catania

Adjunct Faculty – Art History and Humanities – UMGC Europe –

Location:

Sigonella, Italy
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on‑site in Italy in the Art History and the Humanities program.

Required

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Art History, Humanities, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning

Professional experience in Art History, Humanities, or related field

Please attach conferred unofficial transcripts and/or credential evaluations for all graduate degrees.

Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.

Local applicants only. Adjunct faculty positions are not eligible for UMGC sponsored logistical support. Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.

Materials needed for submission

Resume/ Curriculum Vitae

Cover letter highly preferred

Unofficial transcripts for all conferred graduate degrees with conferral date (or credential evaluations)

Part of the selection process includes providing official transcripts.

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.

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 only eligible for State of Maryland benefits. 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 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

Hiring Range by Degree
Non‑PhD:
Step 1 $ 903 – Step 16 $ 1,173 per credit hour

PhD:
Step 1 $ 931 – Step 16 $ 1,215 per credit hour

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
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
UMGC is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations.

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