Worcester Polytech

Adjunct Faculty - Modern Languages

Location
Bethesda, MD
Pay
$60,933 – $72,986 per year
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 30, 2026

About this position

Job Title Adjunct Faculty - Modern Languages Location Worcester, MA Department Humanities & Arts - JM Division Division Worcester Polytechnic Institute Responsibilities 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. Qualifications • 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. Application Materials • 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.). Compensation $6,000 per course. Employment Status FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt). Equal Opportunity Statement 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. Benefits 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.

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How the pay compares

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This listing
$60,933 – $72,986 per year
World Languages median
$2,491/ course, n=106
Maryland median
$4,000/ course, n=37

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