Adjunct Faculty – Art History (Undergraduate School)
Location: Lakenheath, UK. The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on‑site in the United Kingdom for the Art History program.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Art History or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Professional experience in Art History or a related field.
- Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education (strongly preferred).
- Local applicants only.
- Must maintain legal status in the country where teaching.
Responsibilities
- Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed.
- 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 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 the program chair on possible curricular improvements.
Professional Development
All new faculty members are required to successfully complete UMGC’s online new faculty orientation, FacDev 122, as a condition of hire.
Equal Opportunity 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 dedicated to providing a welcoming inclusive environment for people of all abilities. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, contact Employee Accommodations at employee‑accommodations@umgc.edu.
Benefits
- 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 (Adjuncts only eligible for State of Maryland benefits).
- Insurance Options: Term Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
- Supplemental Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options.
Compensation
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.
