Part-Time Faculty - English Focus

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) invites applications for Part-Time Faculty with a focus in English for the Fall 2026 semester. 

We are looking for part-time faculty available to teach a broad spectrum of English courses, including first-year writing seminars, English topics, and literature surveys. First year writing seminars focus on the development of foundational writing ability using readings, discussion, and research as material for writing and critical inquiry.  Instructors facilitate student development through assignments ranging from personal narratives to text analysis and reasoned arguments, often incorporating thematic exploration to engage students as they hone their writing voice. Additional English and writing classes may also be available depending on individual instructors’ areas of expertise and experience.

Salary & Benefits

Part-time faculty members are compensated on a per-credit-hour basis, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and in accordance with the Maine Part-Time Faculty Association (PATFA) contract. Per-credit-hour basis rates start at $1,211. To view the Credit Hour Rates for AY 2026, please refer to the PATFA Contract.

Teaching opportunities in future semesters are based on course funding, performance, need, and availability. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable University policies.

Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits provided by the University of Maine System.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development: Design and maintain syllabi aligned with departmental expectations, course blueprints, and individual section themes.
• Instructional Delivery: Facilitate in-person instruction and lead lesson planning on the Farmington campus. Utilize the Brightspace LMS or other instructional software to support course organization, assignments, and grades.
• Student Support: Maintain regular correspondence, hold office hours, and provide timely grading and constructive feedback on writing assignments.
• Professional Collaboration: Attend course coordination meetings and complete required orientations and trainings.
• Modality Note: Instruction for this position is delivered in-person at the campus in Farmington, ME.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Master's Degree in English or a closely related field.
• Academic Preparation: Demonstrated academic background adequate for the courses to be taught.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching Experience: At least two years of college-level teaching experience, particularly in first-year composition or academic writing seminars.

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm EST on Thursday, August 7, 2026.  

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post-offer physical as applicable.

The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF’s licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers) and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.  

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