Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Spanish

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Spanish. This exciting role involves teaching hybrid courses, focusing on fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Candidates should possess native or near-native fluency in both English and Spanish, along with a Master's degree in a related field. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive community. If you are passionate about language education and eager to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

75% tuition discounts

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Spanish or related field is required.
• Native or near-native fluency in English and Spanish is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach eight hybrid introductory language courses per year.
• Engage in course design and recruitment of majors and minors.

Skills

Native or near-native fluency in English

Native or near-native fluency in Spanish

Experience with online teaching

Course design

Ability to teach Italian courses

Education

Master's degree in Spanish or related field

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS:

The Department of Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese at Penn State (University Park) invites applications for a full-time Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor position in Spanish (non-tenure-track), starting Fall 2025, with flexibility.

Responsibilities include teaching introductory language courses. The teaching load is eight hybrid courses per year or equivalent. Onsite teaching is essential. Applicants must have native or near-native fluency in English and Spanish. A minimum of a Master's degree in Spanish or related field is required by the appointment date. Rank depends on education and qualifications. This is a 36-week term appointment with the possibility of renewal.

Applicants must submit an online application with a letter of interest, CV or resume, and a list of three references with contact information. In the cover letter, candidates are encouraged to highlight experience with online teaching, heritage learners, study abroad programs, course design, and recruitment of majors and minors. Ability to teach Italian courses is highly desirable.

Questions can be directed to Danielle Austin at [e-mail].

For more information, visit https://sip.la.psu.edu/. Review begins immediately and continues until filled.

The College of the Liberal Arts offers professional growth opportunities for non-tenure-line faculty. Details on faculty ranks are available at https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21.

This position requires background checks: PA State Police, PA Child Abuse, and FBI fingerprint checks.

Penn State is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging and providing opportunities for all community members to thrive.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, 75% tuition discounts (including for spouses and dependents up to age 26), and paid holidays. More info at https://hr.psu.edu/benefits.

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EEO Statement:

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