Full-time Lecturer / Teaching Assistant Professor of Spanish

Appalachian State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Full-time Lecturer / Teaching Assistant Professor of Spanish to join their vibrant Languages, Literatures, and Cultures department. This role offers the opportunity to teach engaging first- and second-year Spanish courses while contributing to the growth of students' cultural understanding. Ideal candidates will possess near-native proficiency in Spanish and a relevant advanced degree. Join a collaborative environment that values diversity and innovation in language education, making a lasting impact on students' academic journeys.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or doctorate in Spanish required.
• One year of teaching experience in Spanish courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach first- and second-year Spanish courses.
• Contribute to departmental service activities.

Skills

Near-native or native proficiency in Spanish

Teaching experience in Spanish

Familiarity with ACTFL proficiency guidelines

Experience in hybrid or online teaching

Education

Master's degree in Spanish

Earned doctorate in Spanish or closely-related field

Job description

Request to Recruit

Position Title	Full-time Lecturer / Teaching Assistant Professor of Spanish
Tenure Status	Non-Tenure Track
Provide Rank	Full-Time Lecturer / Teaching Assistant Professor
Position Number	083361
VISA Sponsorship?
Department	Languages, Literatures & Cultures - 250250
Working Location (City, State)

Position Summary Information

None

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, in consonance with the University's mission, offers a variety of courses that enhance students' understanding and appreciation of other cultures and languages as well as their own. In addition to the broad knowledge base acquired through these courses, students will understand that language and culture are inseparable. Upon fulfilling the Department's requirements for undergraduate or graduate programs, students will be adequately prepared for lifelong learning in a multicultural world.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications	Near-native or native proficiency in Spanish. Master's degree (for Lecturer) or earned doctorate (for Teaching Assistant Professor) in Spanish or closely-related field; degree must be conferred by August 2025. One year of experience in teaching first- and second-year Spanish courses.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)	Familiarity with ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Experience in world language assessment. Experience in teaching language courses in a hybrid or online format.
License/Certification Required
Description of the Department or Unit
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Teach first- and second-year courses in the Spanish program (anticipated course load 4/4). Contribute to service activities in the department.
Type of Position	Full Time Position
Appointment Type	1.0
Number Of Months Per Year	9
Physical Demands of Position

Posting Details Information

ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate's salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.

No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.

The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.

The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.

Proposed Date of Hire	08/01/2025
Suggested Salary Range	Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ABD Consideration:	N/A - ABD is not applicable for this position. See Minimum Qualifications.
ABD Description
Special Instructions to Applicants	Complete applications should include: Curriculum Vitae Cover letter/letter of interest describing the qualifications requested above and addressing applicant's approach to teaching beginning and intermediate language classes Minimum of one letter of recommendation addressing language teaching List of 3 references with contact information included. Indicated references may be contacted in later stages of the search.
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
Posting Date	03/26/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins	04/21/2025
Search Chair Name	Catherine Fountain
Search Chair Email	[e-mail]
Quick Link	https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/50193
Posting Number	FA00502P