Lecturer in Korean

Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The Modern Languages Department invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Korean within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. The Lecturer in Korean teaches first-year Korean courses and/or any other Korean courses as needed. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned. Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period NA-part-time faculty Benefits This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions Basic Instructional Duties:

Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures. Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met. Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically). Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom. Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Native or near-native fluency in Korean. Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and/or online as needed. Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching. Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA . Required Education Master of Arts Degree in Korean or in a related field with at least 18 post-graduate hours in Korean. Required Work Experience Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience in the field with demonstrated instructional competency via student and peer evaluation processes. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in Korean; Two (2) years' successful experience teaching at the undergraduate level, with documentation of student evaluations. Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified. Work Hours Based on course assignment. Physical Demands Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number:

UN1010PO

Number of Vacancies:

1

Job Type:

Part Time Job Category:

Faculty Desired Start Date:

08/01/2026 Multi-Hire Pool No Reports to:

Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Salary:

$2800/class (Master's); $3100/class (Doctorate)

Open Date:

04/13/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

N/A. EOE UIW

is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy). Title IX This position is considered a "Responsible Employee" under Title IX federal regulations and "Mandatory Reporter" under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.