Limited-Term Instructor of SPANISH

Georgia State University; Cardigan; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Limited-Term Instructor of Spanish to deliver engaging instruction and support student success. This role involves teaching undergraduate Spanish courses, maintaining office hours, and collaborating with faculty and staff. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Spanish and experience in teaching. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment, where your contributions will help shape the future of students in a vibrant academic community. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact students' lives through language education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Spanish or related field required.
• Ability to teach effectively using various methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide 18 semester hours of instruction per semester.
• Maintain at least 8 office hours per week.
• Connect students with institutional resources.

Skills

Spanish Language Proficiency

Effective Communication

Teaching Methodologies

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Spanish

18 Graduate Hours in Relevant Coursework

Job description

Position Information

The Humanities Department at Perimeter College delivers a top-tier education and exceptional access to hands-on experiences. Our cadre of highly accomplished faculty not only prepare students for proficiency in their prospective fields, but also to be effective and engaged citizens who think critically. The study of World Languages enables students to communicate in languages other than English, gain knowledge and understanding of other cultures and participate in multilingual communities at home and around the world. World language skills prepare students to communicate in a global and culturally diverse society. Perimeter College students also can fulfill their requirements in the Humanities by studying another language.

None Specified

A minimum of a Master's degree in Spanish (completed by the date of appointment) or a minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 semester or 27 quarter graduate hours in relevant coursework (completed by the anticipated date of appointment) is required.

None Specified.

A Criminal History Check is required.

Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).

Posting Number	PTI00131P
Classification Title	Part-Time Instructors
Position Title	Limited-Term Instructor of SPANISH
GSU Information	Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, ranked 2nd most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 6th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels. With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship.
Department	Humanities Department
College	Perimeter College
Campus	College-wide
Position Type	Full Time Faculty
Posting Type	Internal/External
About the Department
Position Description	Limited-term instructor positions are non-tenure track, term-to-term appointments. Depending on need, they are renewable by the department for up to three additional semesters. The selected candidate will be responsible for: Providing 18 semester hours of instruction per semester. Maintaining at least 8 office hours per week. Working effectively, collaboratively, and professionally with faculty, staff, and students. Connecting students with institutional resources to promote student success and progression.
Required Experience
Required Education
Preferred Qualifications/Experience	The preferred candidate will have: Experience teaching a variety of undergraduate level Spanish courses Prior online teaching experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	The candidate should possess: The ability to teach Spanish courses at the college level The ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods and modalities The ability to incorporate evidence-based pedagogy and/or innovative instructional technology in the discipline The ability to maintain appropriate records Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, and computer skills
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc
Pre-Employment Requirements
Work Hours
Salary	$17,716 per term with Master's degree in discipline; $20,291 per term with terminal degree in discipline.

Job Duties

Instruction

Description of Job Duty
Percentage Of Time	100%

Posting Detail Information

Georgia State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status in its programs, services, activities, employment, and/or admissions. Additionally, the University promotes equal employment opportunity for women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date	01/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	04/15/2024
Close Date	09/15/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions Summary	Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered: Letter of application/cover letter Curriculum Vitae/Resume Unofficial Transcript of all graduate degrees completed. Official transcripts must be provided if an offer is accepted. Foreign Degree Transcript is required for foreign graduate degrees Three (3) professional references. Professional references will provide letters of recommendation via a secured and confidential link provided in a notification email.
Apply at:	https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/4514
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