Assistant Professor of Spanish

Langston University; Langston (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Langston University is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Spanish with multilingual capabilities to teach undergraduate Spanish courses. The candidate should demonstrate expertise in culturally responsive teaching and experience working with marginalized populations. The position remains open until filled and involves standard campus duties.

Preferred candidates hold a Ph.D. in Spanish or ABD with progress toward degree, plus college teaching experience and a commitment to student

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Spanish required (conferred by start date).
• College teaching experience preferred.
• Experience teaching marginalized students and sensitivity to students with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.
• ABD candidates with progress toward PhD will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Spanish courses and mentor students.
• Develop inclusive, culturally responsive curriculum.
• Engage with marginalized populations and support diverse learners.
• Participate in service and departmental responsibilities.

Skills

Multilingual

Culturally responsive teaching

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's in Spanish

Ph.D. in Spanish preferred

Job description

Campus

LANGSTON

Contact Name & Email

Human Resources, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

About this Position

Langston University is currently searching for a full-time, Assistant Professor of Spanish, with multilingual capabilities. The candidate must demonstrate expertise and experience working with marginalized populations engaging culturally responsive teaching. Position will remain open until filled.

Required Qualifications

• Master's
  • Master's degree with 18 completed graduate hours in Spanish required.
  • (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• College teaching experience preferred.
• The preferred candidate will demonstrate expertise in teaching marginalized students and also demonstrate sensitivity to students with disabilities and different academic and socio-economic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D./Ed.D.
  • Ph.D. in Spanish preferred; ABD candidates with evidence of successful progress toward degree completion will be considered.
• Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student success through effective teaching and mentoring of diverse student populations, including students from historically underrepresented and underserved communities.
• The candidate should also exhibit cultural competence, inclusivity, and sensitivity to students with disabilities and those from a variety of academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Working Conditions

Standard office and classroom environment.