Lecturer in Spanish I or II-SPS

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None specified

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word seeks a part-time Lecturer in Spanish I or II for the 2026-2027 academic year, with options for in-person or online instruction. The role includes developing outlines, delivering engaging lectures, and creating assessments in alignment with departmental syllabi.

The position requires graduate-level Spanish study (PhD or Master with 18 graduate hours in Spanish) and at least one year of related experience, with preference for college/university teaching

Qualifications

• Graduate Instruction: Doctorate in Spanish or Doctorate in another discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish.
• Undergraduate Instruction: Master's Degree in Spanish or Master's Degree in another discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish.
• One year of professional experience in a Spanish-related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners.
• Preferred: experience teaching Spanish in a college or university setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• May design and update courses as needed.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn and answer questions (1 hour per 3-hour class).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping and feedback to students.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Online and in-person instruction

Instructional technology

Flexible scheduling

Diversity and inclusion

Policy compliance

Education

Doctorate in Spanish or Doctorate with 18 graduate hours in Spanish

Master's in Spanish or Master with 18 graduate hours in Spanish

Job description

Lecturer in Spanish I or II-SPS

UIW Mission

Position Summary

The School of Professional Studies invites part-time faculty candidates for in-person and online Lecturer in Spanish I or II. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed during the 2026-2027 academic year. Note that part-time faculty are assigned for one term at a time.

Essential Functions

1. Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
2. May be given the opportunity to design and update courses as needed.
3. Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
4. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
5. Be available outside of class to help students learn and answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
6. Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
7. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
8. Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction online or in-person.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• Graduate Instruction: Doctorate in Spanish, or Doctorate in another discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish.
• Undergraduate Instruction: Master's Degree in Spanish, or Master's Degree in another discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish.

Required Work Experience

• One (1) year of professional experience in a Spanish-related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching Spanish in a college or university setting.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number: UN1061PO

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Faculty

Desired Start Date: 11/02/2026

Reports To: Dean SPS

Salary: $1,250 - $3,500 (based on student count)

Open Date: 10/09/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed during the 2026-2027 academic year. Note that part-time faculty are assigned for one term at a time.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).