WC
Lecturer Position

Adjunct - World Languages

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

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Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online.

Applicant should attach a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of three professional references and unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned.

For questions or additional information, please contact Will Lehman, Department of World Languages, 828-227-3761.

Posting Details

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Quick Link for Internal Postings https: // jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30413 Classification Title Adjunct Faculty Working Title Adjunct - World Languages Department World Languages Salary Range $3,600 per course (Master's) or $3,900 per course (PhD) Position Summary Instructor will teach up to three sections of world languages per semester. Appointments are on a course by course basis, subject to need. Course are classroom-based; no online sections. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position Candidates must be able to work with a comprehensive LMS (Canvas), as well as with major publishers' online course management systems. Preference given to those who are familiar with and have materials for a current college-level world languages textbook. Minimum Qualifications Minimum qualifications for teaching in the academic programs are a master's degree in the teaching field (world languages), or a master's degree in a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching field. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching young adults from a current college-level textbook. Physical Demands

Posting Text

Open Date 03/19/2025

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online.

Applicant should attach a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of three professional references and unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned.

For questions or additional information, please contact Will Lehman, Department of World Languages, 828-227-3761. Background/E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www. dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at [email protected]. University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

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  • List of references
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