Lecturer of Spanish

Georgia College; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia College invites applications for a Lecturer of Spanish in the College of Arts & Sciences. This is a 10-month, non-tenure-track position based in the Department of World Languages & Cultures, with a responsibility to teach introductory and intermediate Spanish language and culture courses.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Spanish or related field, native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English, and a strong background in language teaching methodologies and professional

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Spanish or related field.
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English.
• Strong training in L2 methodology and proficiency-based teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach fifteen credit-hours per semester of culture-rich Spanish courses.
• Possibly teach GC1Y/GC2Y courses taught in English as needed.
• Contribute to core curriculum and introductory/intermediate language offerings.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

LMS proficiency

Student mentorship

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Spanish or related field

SACSCOC 18 graduate credits in Spanish

Job description

Lecturer of Spanish

Job ID: 303514

Location: Georgia College & State Univ

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs. As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources. Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking. The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances. Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.

Job Summary

The College of Arts & Sciences seeks a Lecturer to teach undergraduate courses in Spanish language and culture. This non-tenure track faculty position, based in the Department of World Languages & Cultures, is a 10-month academic year position.

Responsibilities

Faculty - Teaching/Instructing

• This position involves teaching fifteen credit-hours per semester of culture-rich and proficiency-driven Spanish language courses, primarily at the introductory and intermediate levels.
• As needed, the candidate may also teach topics-based freshman (GC1Y) and sophomore (GC2Y) courses taught in English.
• All faculty in the department share the responsibility of teaching core curriculum courses and introductory- and intermediate-level language courses.

Faculty - Professional Development

All faculty members are expected to develop within the profession. While publications are welcome, lecturers are not required to publish. Some examples of professional development activities encouraged of lecturers include attending workshops and conferences, presenting at professional meetings, applying for grants, participating in professional organizations, and engaging in scholarly inquiry that informs classroom instruction.

Faculty - Service to Institution

All faculty members contribute service to the institution. Service includes recruiting majors and minors, mentoring students, attending and encouraging students to attend co-curricular activities organized by the department, engaging in committee work, advising a student organization like the Spanish Club, developing a study abroad program, or participating in special programs or projects.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Ph.D. in Spanish or a related field.

Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements stated in C.S. 3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org, faculty credentials): the completion of a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Spanish.

Other Required Qualifications

We seek applicants with native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English and who have an interest in teaching and mentoring in a public liberal arts context. We seek applicants with strong training in L2 methodology, superior language teaching skills in a proficiency-based environment, and a dedication to methodological innovation and creative teaching strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or interest in developing topics-based courses taught in the English language for freshmen (GC1Y) or sophomores (GC2Y)

Interest in teaching (and SACSCOC qualifications to teach) another second language beyond Spanish (i.e., the completion of a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the language to be taught)

Proposed Salary

The minimum salary is $51,798.00.

Required Documents to Attach

• List of 3 References, with their contact information
• Unofficial Transcripts
• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Build positive student relationships and provide mentorship
• Engage in continuous professional development
• Manage multiple courses and administrative responsibilities
• Solve problems and make data-driven decisions
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in service
• Demonstrate leadership and take initiative
• Adapt to changing institutional needs
• Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

• Subject matter expertise and current disciplinary trends
• Curriculum design and program outcome alignment
• Assessment methods and student learning measurement
• Accreditation standards (SACSCOC and discipline‑specific)
• Academic policies, procedures, and ethics
• Adult learning principles and adaptive learning styles
• Educational technology and learning management systems

SKILLS

• Teaching: Course design and delivery
• Learning activity development and facilitation
• Technology integration and LMS proficiency
• Instructional adaptation
• Valid assessment instrument development
• Constructive feedback provision
• Data analysis for instructional improvement
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Professional presentation abilities
• Active listening and collaboration
• Discipline‑relevant software proficiency
• Multimedia and presentation tools
• Basic troubleshooting capabilities

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding the standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.218_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in BoardPolicy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position will not travel.

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verification