Adjunct Faculty - Writing, English, Speech, Communication (SHAPE, Belgium)

About the role

UMGC Europe is looking for an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Writing, English, Speech and Communication courses on-site at SHAPE in Belgium. The position is for local applicants only; UMGC does not sponsor travel or housing, and applicants must hold their own legal status in Belgium. Teaching takes place in accelerated 8-week sessions, with a substantial commitment to students' academic, social, personal and professional growth.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introducing yourself and driving discussions
• Enrich the pre-built curriculum with your own professional expertise and real-world examples
• Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners
• Respond to learner inquiries, return feedback and post final grades within the expected timeframe
• Track student progress with data tools and proactively reach out to at-risk students
• Partner with success coaches, academic staff and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to support resources
• Take part in the faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training

Required profile

• Master's degree in Writing, English, Speech, Communication Studies or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Relevant academic and/or professional experience in the field
• Own legal status in Belgium and ability to maintain it while teaching
• Written and spoken English proficiency sufficient to teach, communicate with students and evaluate work
• Student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity and cultural responsiveness

Preferred: experience teaching adult learners online, hybrid or face-to-face, prior postsecondary teaching experience, and active engagement in the discipline's professional community.

What we offer

• Pay of $903-$1,173 per credit hour for non-PhD faculty and $931-$1,215 per credit hour for PhD faculty, with new hires usually appointed at Step 1
• Health coverage for individuals and families starting the month after hire, plus term life and accidental death insurance
• Supplemental retirement plans (403(b), 457(b), Roth options); no matching funds
• Online orientation and ongoing, cost-free professional development