Part-time Instructor of Spanish

Ball State University; Indiana, Muncie (PA, IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated part-time instructor of Spanish to teach various classes. In this role, you will engage with students in an innovative environment, fostering a love for the Spanish language. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Spanish and demonstrate native or near-native fluency in both Spanish and English. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to student success while being part of a collaborative and inclusive community. Join us in making a meaningful impact on students' lives through language education.

Benefits

Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Teach online asynchronous undergraduate Spanish courses.
• Engage students in Spanish language learning.

Skills

Spanish Language Proficiency

English Language Proficiency

Teaching Experience

Spanish Phonetics

Education

Master's Degree in Spanish

Related Field Degree

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer-and the only recognized education institution-in the State of Indiana.
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Ball State University welcomes applications for a Part-time Instructor of Spanish to teach various Spanish classes.

Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.

Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusiveness. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.

Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Part-time instructor semester-by-semester position, non-benefited, in the areas of Spanish language classes. Primary responsibilities include teaching online asynchronous undergraduate Spanish courses. Applications will remain active until the position is filled.

Master's degree or higher in Spanish or appropriate related field, from an accredited institution by date of appointment. Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English.

Master's degree in Spanish or appropriate related field. Evidence of successful Spanish language teaching at the college level. Ability to teach Spanish phonetics.

Strong commitment to teaching Spanish to undergraduates. Native or near native fluency in Spanish and English.

None.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Position Title	Part-time Instructor of Spanish
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Appointment Type	Other
Length of Appointment	PT Semester
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In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring valuesand describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Posting Number	202501457F
Number of Vacancies	3
Desired Start Date	08/11/2025
Position End Date	12/17/2025
Posting Date	05/02/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date	06/14/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
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