Instructor of Portuguese (Summer 2026 LSP002)

Middlebury College; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 7,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Complete meal plan provided

Job summary

A prestigious liberal arts college in Vermont is seeking a temporary Instructor of Portuguese for the summer 2026 session. The role involves teaching Portuguese at various levels and participating in cultural exchange activities with students. A PhD is preferred, along with strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a unique immersion experience, including lodging and meals provided.

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching Portuguese as a second language in the U.S.
• Experience in teaching Portuguese from a pluricentric approach.
• Talent for organizing extracurricular activities.
• Experience teaching Portuguese as a second language in the U.S.
• Experience teaching Portuguese from a pluricentric approach.
• Ability to teach interdisciplinary courses (music, poetry, arts, politics, history, business).
• Organizing extracurricular activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach Portuguese as a foreign language in the U.S.
• Teach Portuguese language and cultures at various levels.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to teach interdisciplinary courses

Interdisciplinary teaching

Education

PhD (ABD candidates will also be considered)

Job description

Instructor of Portuguese (Summer 2026 LSP002)

The Middlebury Portuguese Language School is pleased to announce a temporary Instructor of Portuguese position, available during the summer 2026 session (June 22 - August 15), located on the Bennington College campus in Vermont. Our unique 7‑week program blends cultural immersion, intensive daily classroom sessions, and engaging co‑curricular activities. Our faculty inspires and makes a meaningful impact on students’ learning experience. Become a valued member of our vibrant learning community! As an instructor, you’ll have the opportunity to actively participate in teaching, engage in enriching co‑curricular activities, share delicious meals, and reside on campus with our dynamic students. This is a complete immersion experience in Portuguese, fostering an environment of language learning and cultural exchange. In addition to the salary, lodging and a complete meal plan will be provided.

Core Responsibilities

• Teach Portuguese as a foreign language in the U.S. (preferably)
• Teach Portuguese language and cultures at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels

Requirements

• A PhD (ABD candidates will also be considered)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated success working as a member of an instructional team

Preferred Qualifications for this role include

• Prior experience teaching Portuguese as a second language in the U.S.
• Experience in teaching Portuguese from a pluricentric approach.
• Ability to teach interdisciplinary courses, encompassing subjects such as music, poetry, arts, politics, history, and business.
• A plus if you possess a talent for organizing extracurricular activities.

Application Instructions

• A letter of interest
• CV
• Recent statistical information from student evaluations
• One letter of recommendation
• Names of two more references with email addresses and telephone numbers.

Position will be open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Middlebury College is a top‑tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in faculty teaching and research. An Equal Opportunity Employer, the College is committed to hiring a diverse faculty as we work to foster innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our increasingly diverse student body.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Temporary

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting