Part Time Faculty, Italian Language Instructor

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 190,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music's Boston Conservatory at Berklee invites applications for a 9-month, part-time faculty position in Italian Language Fluency. The ideal candidate demonstrates native or near-native proficiency in Italian and English and has a track record of excellence in higher education teaching.

The appointment begins September 1, 2026, with compensation and rank commensurate with experience. Responsibilities include teaching 2–3 courses per semester at undergraduate and graduate

Qualifications

• MA in Italian, comparative literature or a closely related field required.
• Minimum 3 years teaching Italian Language in accredited higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to teach Italian language and content courses effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication in Italian and English.

Responsibilities

• Teach 2-3 courses per semester in Italian Language at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Advise and guide students to resources for learning, development, and wellness.
• Maintain a presence on campus and participate in Voice Department meetings and committees.

Skills

Native Italian proficiency

Bilingual Italian/English

Education

MA in Italian or related field

Job description

Job Description:

The Vocal Arts Department at Boston Conservatory at Berklee invites applications for a part-time faculty position in Italian Language Fluency. The ideal candidate for this position will be a motivated, creative professional who has a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, and enjoys working in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding. Candidates should be able to demonstrate native or near-native proficiency in spoken and written Italian and English.

This is a 9-month part-time faculty position with renewable contract; initial appointment to begin September 1, 2026. Compensation and rank are commensurate with professional experience.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for teaching 2-3 courses per semester in Italian Language at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Advise and guide students to resources that assist in their learning, development, and wellness
• Maintain a presence on campus
• Participate in Voice Department faculty meetings and committees

Required Qualifications:

• MA in Italian, comparative literature or a closely related field is required
• Minimum 3 years teaching Italian Language in accredited higher education institution
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively Italian language and content courses, embrace new pedagogies, and inspire students
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Italian and English
• Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students
• Experience and willingness to work within a diverse faculty and student body

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [e-mail] or call 617-747-2375.

Hiring Range and Compensation:

Part-time Faculty as of 9/1/26: $66.96-$138 per hour. Salaries for faculty positions vary by academic rank; Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. Candidates are placed into a rank following the final completion of the interview process, based on qualifications, experience, and alignment with institutional needs.

Employment Status and Institutional Overview:

Employee Type: Faculty. As the premier destination for the study of contemporary music and the performing arts, Berklee stands as the culmination of two pioneering institutions - Boston Conservatory and Berklee College of Music - each recognized for its global reach and cultural impact. Berklee is a place where artists come together to innovate, and where artistic and cultural diversity is embraced and celebrated. We strive to reflect these values in our inclusive hiring practices, creating a welcoming and equitable process that embraces diverse perspectives and fosters equity and opportunity for all. Guided by our fundamental values, our unified mission and vision define Berklee’s core purpose and help us envision the positive influence we can have on each other, our students, our communities, and the broader world. Berklee is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to help our employees achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals.