Assistant Professor of Spanish

Concordia College Department of World Languages and Cultures; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Concordia College’s Department of World Languages and Cultures invites applications for a full-time, three-year appointment as Assistant Professor of Spanish beginning August 2027. The teaching load is three four-credit courses per semester, with a mix of beginning, intermediate, and advanced Spanish and French. Opportunities to collaborate with the M.Ed.

in World Language Instruction and First-Year Experience programs are encouraged. Full consideration requires a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Spanish or Hispanic Studies; ABD candidates considered provided the degree is completed by April 2027.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, French, and English.
• Experience and enthusiasm for teaching language in lower-division courses.
• Experience teaching languages and cultures from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Responsibilities

• Teach three four-credit courses per semester across Spanish and French.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary programs and general education initiatives.
• Engage with other departments on curriculum development and cross-listed courses.
• Provide mentorship and participate in faculty service within the department.

Skills

Spanish & English fluency

French proficiency

Interdisciplinary teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Spanish/Hispanic Studies

ABD candidates considered

Job description

The Department of World Languages and Cultures at Concordia College invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), three-year appointment as Assistant Professor of Spanish beginning August 2027. The teaching load is three four-credit courses, or the equivalent, per semester and will include a combination of beginning, intermediate, and advanced courses in Spanish and French. Opportunities may also include collaboration with other academic areas, such as the M.Ed. in World Language Instruction, interdisciplinary programs, and First-Year Experience courses.

For full consideration, please submit application materials by December 4, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. in Spanish/Hispanic Studies, with specialization open. ABD candidates will be considered provided the degree will be completed by April 2027.
2. Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, French, and English.
3. Demonstrated passion, innovation, and enthusiasm for teaching language in lower-division courses.
4. Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in teaching courses on the languages and cultures of the Spanish- and French-speaking worlds from an interdisciplinary perspective.
5. Commitment to and experience working with diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Expertise in second language acquisition theories and practice.
2. Experience in innovative curriculum development and interdisciplinary coursework.
3. Familiarity with General Education courses and ACTFL proficiency guidelines.
4. Experience integrating theories of intercultural citizenship throughout the Spanish and French curriculum.
5. Commitment to and experience working with heritage speakers.