Assistant Teaching Professor, Modern Languages and Literatures

Fairfield University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University's Department of Modern Languages and Literatures seeks a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Spanish with emphasis in Latin American studies and culture to begin in Fall 2027. You will teach across the Spanish undergraduate curriculum, including elementary and intermediate courses.

The role includes four classes per semester (max three preparations) and active service within the department and university, with a PhD in Spanish required by appointment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Spanish required by time of appointment.
• Experience in university-level teaching and program coordination is valued.
• Commitment to writing across the curriculum, social justice and interdisciplinarity.

Responsibilities

• Teach four classes per semester with up to three preparations.
• Teach courses at all levels of the Spanish undergraduate curriculum.
• Participate in department, college and university service and interdisciplinary programs.

Skills

Teaching Spanish

Curriculum development

Latin American studies

Education

PhD in Spanish

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Fairfield University seeks applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Spanish, with an emphasis in Latin American studies and culture, to begin in the fall of 2027, pending final budget approval.

Teaching responsibilities include four classes per semester (with a maximum of three preparations). The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses at all levels of our Spanish undergraduate curriculum, including elementary and intermediate-level courses.

Candidates should have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at the university level. Previous experience having coordinated Spanish language programs at the undergraduate level will be greatly valued. We seek candidates who will contribute to the University's core curriculum priorities of writing across the curriculum, social justice, and interdisciplinarity.

The successful candidate should expect to participate in department, college and university-wide service, and may contribute to other interdisciplinary programs in the Meditz College of Arts and Sciences.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the time of appointment. Please note that Fairfield University will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures consists of 15 full-time faculty members, teaching a dynamic curriculum and engaged in exciting faculty research representing a range of fields, such as peninsular and Latin American literature and cinema, cultural studies, linguistics, translation, or Spanish for specific purposes.

Fairfield University is a Jesuit Catholic university, consistently ranked as a top comprehensive university in New England, located in the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT, one hour from New York City along Long Island Sound. Our five Colleges and Professional Schools enroll approximately 5,300 undergraduate and 1,400 graduate students.

The salary and the benefits for the position are highly competitive.

Qualifications

PhD in Spanish required by time of appointment.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Founded in 1942, Fairfield University is a modern, Jesuit Catholic University rooted in one of the world's oldest intellectual and spiritual traditions. With campuses located in Fairfield, CT Bridgeport, CT, and Austin, TX, we strive to create a workforce that is rich in skill, knowledge, and pride in our work. Members of the Fairfield University community exhibit mutual respect, compassion, and inclusivity, aspiring to be a welcoming environment representative of an ever-changing and diverse global populace. As our University rises in national prominence, we are committed to fostering a healthy workplace and lifestyle for our employees. At Fairfield, the future is filled with opportunities as limitless as your potential, and they all begin with you.