Lecturer in Spanish I-SPS

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word invites part-time faculty for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach Spanish I in-person and online. Duties include preparing syllabi, delivering lectures, creating assessments, and collaborating with the department to ensure curriculum outcomes.

This pool may be used for multiple terms and is not benefits-eligible. Qualifications include a graduate degree in Spanish (or related field with 18 graduate hours in Spanish) and at least one year of relevant experience

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; deliver interactive lectures.
• May design and update courses as needed.
• Prepare and administer meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

Skills

Instruction delivery (online/in-person

Instructional technology

Flexible schedule (day/evening/weekend

Diversity & inclusion

Policy compliance (UIW/NCAA)

Education

Graduate Instruction: Doctorate in Spanish or with 18 graduate hours in Spanish

Undergraduate Instruction: Master’s in Spanish or 18 graduate hours in Spanish

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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.

Position Information

Position Title

Lecturer in Spanish I-SPS

Academic Year

2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The School of Professional Studies invites part-time faculty candidates for in-person and online Lecturer in Spanish I. 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.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• May be given the opportunity to 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 their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• 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.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

Number of Vacancies

5

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Faculty

Desired Start Date

11/02/2026

Multi-Hire Pool

Yes

Reports to

Dean SPS

Salary

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

Open Date

10/09/2026

Close Date

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.

EOE

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).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV (Faculty)
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Professional Reference Contacts

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UIW Website
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • WorkplaceDiversity.com
  • HispanicDiversity.com
  • BlackJobCenter.com
  • WomensJobCenter.com
  • VeteransConnect.com
  • Personal Referral
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• If you selected other, please tell us where?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have at least a Master’s Degree in Spanish, or Master’s Degree in another discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish?
  • No
  • Yes, Master’s Degree in Spanish, or Master’s Degree in another discipline + at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish
  • Yes, Doctorate in Spanish, or Doctorate in another discipline + at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish
• * Do you have at least one year of professional experience in a Spanish-related field?
  • No
  • Yes
• * How many years of experience do you have teaching adult learners?
  • None
  • Some, but less than 1 year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 or more years
• * How many academic years of teaching experience do you have in this field at the college or university level?
  • None
  • 1 semester
  • 1 academic year
  • 2 academic years
  • 3 academic years
  • 4 academic years
  • 5 or more academic years