Part Time Adjunct Faculty, Spanish (Associate in Arts Program Dover)

University of Delaware; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Delaware's Associate in Arts Program seeks a student-centered instructor to teach in-person introductory Spanish courses in spring 2027, with responsibilities in Dover and/or Georgetown. Candidates must demonstrate native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English and hold a Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.

Teaching will be up to 10 course credits per semester, with a flexible schedule and a focus on engaging, communicative-based learning.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree or higher in Spanish language, literature, linguistics, cultural studies, or SLA/teaching (Ph.D. preferred).
• Language proficiency: Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English (ACTFL Superior or CEFR C1).
• Experience: Prior college-level Spanish teaching experience in the US.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person introductory Spanish courses in spring 2027.
• Teach in Dover and/or Georgetown campuses.
• Maintain one hour of student/office hours per week for each course taught.
• Assess student work and provide feedback to support learning.

Skills

Spanish language proficiency

English language proficiency

College-level teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in Spanish Language, Literature, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, or Second Language Acquisition & Teaching (Ph.D. preferred)

Job description

University of Delaware

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html

Job No: 503838

Work Type: Adjunct

Location: Georgetown, DE

Categories: Foreign Languages, Literatures & Cultures

Adjunct Faculty - Spanish

College / VP Area: College of Arts & Sciences

Work type: Staff, Part-Time

Location: Dover, DE

Categories: Part Time, Adjuncts / Instructors

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty in Spanish

Anticipated Start Date: Spring Semester 2027 - classes begin February 8, 2027

Estimated Pay: This is a temporary, part-time, non-benefited position. Rate of pay is based on level of education: https://www.udel.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/payroll/resources/suppay/2026spring/

Schedule: up to 10 course credits per semester

Location: Dover, Delaware campus

The University of Delaware Associate in Arts Program seeks a student-centered instructor to teach in-person introductory Spanish courses in spring 2027. Candidates must be able to teach in Dover and/or Georgetown.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in Spanish Language, Literature, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, or Second Language Acquisition & Teaching (Ph.D. preferred).

• Language Proficiency: Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English (ACTFL Superior or CEFR C1).

• Experience: Prior college-level Spanish teaching experience in the US.

Key Competencies

• Familiarity with current best practices in second language acquisition, communicative pedagogical methods, national/state standards, and intercultural competence.

• Experience integrating technology to enhance student learning.

• A commitment to high-quality instruction in a collaborative, communicative-based learning environment.

• The ability to support and engage students from diverse backgrounds and with varied learning styles.

• A willingness to collaborate with departmental colleagues to advance student outcomes.

• Availability to hold one hour of student/office hours per week for each course taught.

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