Part Time - Spanish - Adjunct Lecturer

Penn State University; Middletown Township, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Harrisburg School of Humanities invites applications for an Adjunct Lecturer in Spanish. The position is part-time and involves teaching 1-2 Spanish classes per semester (4 credits each, up to 9 credits).

The role covers Spanish language, literature, and culture depending on expertise. A master's degree or higher is required, with MA in a related field preferred and post-secondary teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's Degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• MA in a related field required and experience teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.
• Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired.
• Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1-2 classes (4 credits each; up to a maximum of 9 credits per semester) on a semester-by-semester basis in Spanish language, literature, and culture depending on expertise.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, assignments, and assessments in alignment with course objectives.
• Maintain student-centered instruction and engage diverse learners.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree or higher

MA in related field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Harrisburg School of Humanities invites applications for Adjunct Lecturer in Spanish. Teaching assignments may require teaching day or evening classes, as needed. This is a part-time, adjunct faculty opening. Job Duties Teach 1-2 classes (4 credits each; up to a maximum of 9 credits per semester) on a semester-by-semester basis in Spanish language, literature, and culture depending on expertise. Requirements and Qualifications Minimum of a Master's Degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Must have completed MA in a related field required and experience teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important. To be considered, candidates must apply electronically on the Penn State jobs site and submit the following: A cover letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for this opening. A current curriculum vitae. Candidates should be prepared to provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of three (3) professional references if requested. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Campus Information

Penn State Harrisburg is one of more than 20 Penn State campuses state-wide as an integral part of the Pennsylvania State University. Penn State Harrisburg’s expanding and multicultural campus is located in Middletown, PA, and is a student-centered campus of approximately 5,000 students. Our students receive a world-class education delivered in a small campus setting. For more information about the campus, visit http://harrisburg.psu.edu.

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