Adjunct Spanish Professor

Inside Higher Ed

Overland Park (KS)

On-site

USD 1,664,140 - 1,851,494

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Optional Retirement plan access

Tuition discount for JCCC courses

Free access to the Gym

Professional development funding

Recognition and awards programs

Job summary

A prestigious community college is seeking an Adjunct Spanish Professor to teach Elementary level Spanish. This part-time role requires strong communication skills and a passion for fostering a diverse student environment. The successful candidate will contribute to departmental activities and can expect to engage with non-traditional students. Applications are encouraged to highlight relevant teaching experience and education.

Qualifications

M.A. degree in Spanish.
Demonstrated ability to teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish courses.
2 years of post-secondary teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Teach Elementary level Spanish language.
Participate in departmental initiatives.
Attend on-campus events promoting languages.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to teach online

Collaboration skills

Knowledge of educational technology

Education

M.A. degree in Spanish

PhD in Spanish

Job description

Johnson County Community College

Position: Adjunct Spanish Professor

Department: Academic Affairs

Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty

Exemption Status: Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs

Starting Salary Range: AJCR $1,208-$1,344 per credit hour and in accordance with the adjunct table and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Benefits Category

Optional Retirement plan access
Tuition discount for JCCC courses (for adjuncts meeting eligibility criteria)

Additional Incentives

Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
Snow days
Professional development funding and training opportunities
Mentorship program
Recognition and awards programs
Employee wellness programs

Position Summary

The Foreign Language department is seeking a Spanish adjunct professor to teach Elementary level Spanish language. JCCC is located in Overland Park, KS, the second largest city in the state of Kansas and part of the greater Kansas City Metro. The Kansas City Metro is known for its museums, restaurants, and music and art scenes. JCCC is similarly dedicated to creating and maintaining a rich cultural community, with an award‑winning contemporary art museum and center for the performing arts located on campus.

JCCC is looking for a diverse pool of applicants for a part‑time adjunct faculty position in the Foreign Language Department to serve as a substitute or teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish in the day or evening in the summer, spring or fall semesters in person and live online (Zoom). The Foreign Language Department is part of the Communications Division. Many of our students are non‑traditional, military veterans, immigrants, international and first‑generation college students. JCCC has a diverse student population and is dedicated to increasing its diversity.

The successful applicant for this job may teach the equivalent of 5‑10 credit hours or serve as a substitute professor. This person will perform other duties expected of adjunct faculty, to include collaborating and working successfully with other full‑time and adjunct faculty in the Foreign Language department and other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

Provide extra and co‑curricular opportunities for Spanish language students
Participate in the planning and administration of all departmental initiatives
Participate in on‑campus events promoting languages
Complete ACTFL and/or other departmental training

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates will be interviewed and will be asked to demonstrate a 30‑minute class in person or on Zoom.

Required Qualifications

M.A. degree in Spanish
Demonstrated ability to teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish courses
Demonstrated excellent communication and collaboration skills
Demonstrated knowledge of using technology in the classroom
Demonstrated ability to teach online using Zoom or a platform like Zoom
Demonstrated 2 years teaching experience at the post‑secondary level and/or 4 years of high school teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated understanding of the climate of post‑secondary institutions
Demonstrated knowledge of ACTFL World‑Readiness Standards for Learning Languages
Documentation from ACTFL (OPI) of advanced mid or higher in Spanish
Ability to teach Chinese, German, Japanese or French with HLC credentials
PhD in Spanish
Demonstrated ability to teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish language courses
Demonstrated 4 years teaching experience at the post‑secondary level

Application Materials

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

About JCCC

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JCCC provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Disclosure

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR at jccc.edu. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre‑employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913‑469‑3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit: https://careers.jccc.edu/en-us/job/497566

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