Adjunct Lecturer Pool

Pittsburg State University; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 6,199,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university seeks a part-time Adjunct Lecturer to teach Spanish courses for the upcoming Fall/Spring semester. The ideal candidate must possess a Master's degree in Spanish and significant teaching experience, specifically with second language learners. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in various specialized areas. The position requires effective communication skills and knowledge of a course management system. This role is temporary and contingent upon passing a background check.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree necessary for accreditation purposes.
• Prior instructor experience with Spanish for second language learners.
• Instructor experience with adult learners preferred.
• Significant expertise in a secondary area of instruction (Health Care; Technical Trades; K-12 Education).
• Instructor experience in higher education or with adult learners (preferred).
• Experience with online instruction (preferred).
• Familiarity with a course management system (Canvas).
• Evidence of teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate level courses in Spanish.
• Conduct instruction in person and/or online.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Teaching excellence

Knowledge of course management systems

Teaching excellence

Secondary area expertise (Health Care/

Education

Master’s Degree in Spanish or related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

The Pittsburg State University Department of English and Modern Languages is accepting applications for a part-time, in-person, temporary Adjunct Lecturer to teach for the Fall/Spring semester with a specific need in Spanish, Introductory Spanish for Health Professionals, Introductory Spanish for Technical Trades Professionals, Introductory Spanish for K-12 Educators.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach in person and/or online sections at undergraduate level courses in the program areas identified.

Education and Experience

Required Education and Experience – Time of Hire

• Master’s Degree in Spanish or equivalent
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Prior instructor experience with Spanish for second language learners.
• Significant expertise in a desired secondary area of instruction (Health Care; one or more Technical Trades; K-12 Education, etc.)

Candidate's must hold a Master’s degree in Spanish or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Education and Experience –

• Instructor experience in higher education or with adult learners.
• Experience with online instruction.
• Knowledge of and the ability to work with a course management system (Canvas).
• Evidence of teaching excellence.

Job Type

Unclassified, Faculty, Non-Tenure Earning

Screening Services (Background Checks)

Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and check.

Position Start Date

August 17, 2026

Application Documents Required*

• Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vita/Resume
• Names and contact information (address, email and phone) of three references.

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.

First Consideration Date

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled.

Search Committee Chair

Dr. Casie Hermansson [e-mail]

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.