Visiting Assistant Instructor/Assistant Professor of Instruction- World Languages

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of World Languages at a leading university in Tampa is seeking a full-time Visiting Assistant Instructor or Professor to teach Spanish. The position offers a competitive salary of $50,000, with a focus on teaching effectiveness and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance plans

Retirement options

Tuition assistance

Generous leave policies

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Demonstrated success in teaching Spanish language courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish at the rank of Visiting Assistant Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor.
• Prepare and deliver course materials for Spanish language courses.

Skills

Spanish

English

Education

MA in Spanish or related field

Job description

The Department of World Languages at the University of South Florida, Tampa, is seeking candidates for a nine-month, full-time, non-tenure earning position to teach Spanish at the rank of Visiting Assistant Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction, effective August 7, 2025. This is a visiting position with the possibility of extension for a second and/or third year. Salary is $50,000, non-negotiable.

Application Materials

Please upload the following required application materials as a single combined document:

1. Current CV
2. Cover letter
3. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (1-2 full sets of course evaluations)

Recommendation Letters

Three (3) letters of recommendation must be sent directly by the recommender to Anne Latowsky at [e-mail] by the application deadline. Alternatively, letters may be sent via a dossier service (e.g., Interfolio). We will not contact your letter writers.

Application Deadline

Position is open until filled, with initial review beginning on May 16, 2025. Incomplete applications will NOT be reviewed.

Contact Information

Person of Contact: Anne Latowsky at [e-mail]

Additional Information

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. Final appointment is contingent upon budget approval. Applications and related meetings are open to the public per Florida law. For ADA accommodations, contact Anne Latowsky at least five working days prior to need.

Minimum Qualifications

• MA from an accredited institution in Spanish or a related field
• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English
• Demonstrated success in teaching Spanish language courses

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching all levels of Spanish language courses and cultural content courses
• Experience with online instruction

About USF

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university committed to student success. It has rapidly risen in national rankings over the past decade and serves over 50,000 students across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee campuses. USF is a Preeminent State Research University and a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

USF employs over 16,000 staff members and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development. Benefits include comprehensive insurance plans, retirement options, tuition assistance, and generous leave policies.