Visiting Russian Language Professor (1 Year)

MountainOne; Williamstown (MA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Russian, beginning July 1, 2027. The teaching load is four courses across two semesters with a fall and spring sequence.

Native or near-native proficiency in Russian is required, and the candidate should bring innovative ideas for upper‑level courses and strong mentorship toward a diverse student body. PhD is preferred; significant language teaching experience and a passion for teaching are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD preferred.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Russian.
• Experience teaching Russian language at the college level.
• Ability to develop upper-level Russian courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per year across two semesters (fall and spring).
• Engage in mentoring and student interactions in a diverse student population.

Skills

Russian language teaching

Language pedagogy

Near-native Russian

Education

PhD preferred

Job description

Williams College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Russian, beginning July 1, 2027. The teaching load is four courses across two semesters with a fall and spring sequence.

Native or near-native proficiency in Russian is required, and the candidate should bring innovative ideas for upper‑level courses and strong mentorship toward a diverse student body. PhD is preferred; significant language teaching experience and a passion for teaching are essential.