Senior Lecturer – Spanish Language Acquisition

Todoele; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Amsterdam invites applications for an enthusiastic University Teacher (D4) to deliver high-quality Spanish language courses within the Faculty of Humanities in Amsterdam. The role focuses on language acquisition and cultural components, with no research component.

We offer development opportunities, including UTQ, Dutch language programs, and a structured lecturer development program. A four-year temporary contract with a two-month probation is provided, 38 hours weekly,

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Spanish language at university level to non-native speakers.
• Ability to teach high-level cultural content and develop critical thinking in language courses.
• Experience and knowledge of IT tools for language acquisition teaching.
• University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) or willingness to start UTQ track.
• Good command of Dutch language or willingness to obtain Dutch language qualification.
• Ability to teach in Spanish and English.
• MA in Language Acquisition or related area essential; PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide bachelor's education within the Spanish language programme under the supervision of the lead instructor.
• Deliver Spanish language acquisition courses in a dynamic, effective manner, and at a level appropriate to a university.
• Assess students across a range of skills and knowledge, and provide learners with appropriate feedback.
• Teach relevant high-level cultural material as part of the language acquisition courses.
• Assist students to develop skills in critical thinking relevant to the courses you teach.
• Coordinate practical matters around your own teaching working group (administrative tasks and communicating with students).

Skills

University teaching

Spanish language teaching

IT for language teaching

Dutch language proficiency

Bilingual Spanish/English

UTQ/teaching qualification track

Education

MA in Language Acquisition or Hispanic Studies

PhD in Hispanic studies (preferred)

Job description

The University of Amsterdam invites applications for an enthusiastic University Teacher (D4) to deliver high-quality Spanish language courses within the Faculty of Humanities in Amsterdam. The role focuses on language acquisition and cultural components, with no research component.

We offer development opportunities, including UTQ, Dutch language programs, and a structured lecturer development program. A four-year temporary contract with a two-month probation is provided, 38 hours weekly,