Romance Languages Professor & Language Program Director

University-of-Virgini; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia invites applications for a Professor of Spanish (Academic General Faculty) and Language Program Director in the Department of Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. The role combines advanced teaching of Spanish language and culture with leadership of the Language Program and departmental service.

Qualified candidates will hold a PhD in a relevant field, demonstrate excellence in language education, and possess native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• PhD in Applied Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, or a closely related field.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching and leadership in higher education language instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish language and culture courses at elementary through advanced levels.
• Direct and manage the Spanish Language Program, including curriculum and syllabi.
• Lead program assessment and coordinate summer teaching.
• Engage in department service and contribute to leadership activities.
• Support undergraduate students with specific learning needs.

Skills

Language teaching leadership

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

PhD in Applied Linguistics

Job description

University of Virginia invites applications for a Professor of Spanish (Academic General Faculty) and Language Program Director in the Department of Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. The role combines advanced teaching of Spanish language and culture with leadership of the Language Program and departmental service.

Qualified candidates will hold a PhD in a relevant field, demonstrate excellence in language education, and possess native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.