Adjunct Teaching - Spanish & Portuguese - Spanish 300 Level Courses

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Spanish and Portuguese at the 300 level. A Master’s degree in Spanish or related field and university teaching experience with near-native fluency are required.

Responsibilities include delivering 1–3 courses (SPAN 321, 322, SWGL), holding office hours, and participating in department activities. Preference given to candidates with online teaching experience; relocation to Utah may be required for the duration of employment, and

Qualifications

• Professional teaching experience in Spanish.
• Near-native fluency in written and spoken Spanish.
• Experience teaching at the university level preferred; familiarity with online teaching a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1 to 3 third-year undergraduate Spanish courses (SPAN 321, 322, SWGL).
• Hold office hours and communicate with students via email.
• Attend meetings/trainings with the coordinator of third-year instruction and participate in professional development.
• Participate in the annual Foreign Language Fair.

Skills

Spanish teaching experience

Near-native fluency in Spanish

University-level teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in Spanish or related field

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Teaching - Spanish & Portuguese - Spanish 300 Level Courses

Posting End Date

November 2, 2026 (Last day to apply: Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT))

Position Start Date

January 4, 2027

Required Degree

Master's Degree in Spanish Literature, Language, Culture, Pedagogy, or related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience

• Professional experience in teaching Spanish and near-native fluency in written and spoken Spanish are required.
• Experience teaching at the university level is preferred, and familiarity/skill with online teaching and/or technology is a plus.

Duties/Expectations

• Teach 1 to 3 third-year undergraduate Spanish courses (generally SPAN 321, 322, SWGL – Spanish Writing and Grammar Lab) that balance emphasis on the Spanish language and its related literatures and cultures.
• Hold office hours to meet with students and be available via email to communicate with students, faculty, and office staff.
• Other duties may include, but are not limited to, attending meetings and trainings with the coordinator of third-year instruction, participating in professional development, and any other important events that require the assistance of the adjunct instructor.
• Participation in the annual Foreign Language Fair is required.

Employment Requirements

• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
• This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.

BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education.

That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions:

• intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community
• commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments
• student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits
• excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship
• commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging
• a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

[e-mail] 1-801-422-7017