Instructor

Louisiana State University; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement options

Paid holidays

Tuition exemption

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking an Instructor – Classics to teach Latin, Greek, and Classical Studies courses beginning in August 2026. The position involves a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree (PhD preferred) in Classics or a related field and have experience in teaching. Benefits include health insurance and retirement options, as well as tuition exemption for qualified employees.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Classics or related field is required.
• Experience teaching Latin, Greek, and Classical Studies is a must.
• Ability to teach in translation at the beginner level is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginning and intermediate Latin and Greek classes.
• Instruct Classical Studies courses in translation.
• Maintain a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester.

Skills

Experience teaching Latin

Experience teaching Greek

Ability to teach in translation

Education

Master’s degree in Classics or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

Position

Instructor – Classics (Faculty)

Department: LSUAM HSS – Department of World Languages, Literatures & Cultures

Location: 0316 Campbell B. Hodges Hall

Job Description

The Department of World Languages, Literatures & Cultures at Louisiana State University seeks an instructor of Classics to teach beginning and intermediate Latin and Greek classes and Classical Studies courses in translation, beginning in August 2026.

Teaching load: 12 credit hours per semester (3-4 courses per term). Position is for one year with potential renewal.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Classics or related field (PhD preferred)
• Experience teaching Latin, Greek, and Classical Studies
• Ability to teach in translation (beginning) required

Application Requirements

• Submit CV/resume, cover letter, and names of three professional references
• Transcripts are optional in application; official transcripts required prior to hire
• Attach all documents under the 'Resume/CV' section; attachments limited to five

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement options
• Leave options, paid holidays, wellness benefits
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities; employee discounts

Background Check

Offer contingent on satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Changes in laws or regulations may affect the university’s ability to employ certain individuals.

Contact

Questions: Andrea Morris at [e-mail]