"Visiting Instructor, French"

The Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures at Augustana University (Sioux Falls, South Dakota) invites applications for a one-year, full-time sabbatical-leave replacement in French beginning Fall 2026. We seek a generalist able to teach French at the introductory through advanced levels.

Responsibilities:

Teach three courses per semester and a one-month January course (four courses), and full participation in the activities of the department.

Required qualifications:

M.A. French or French Studies required, Ph.D. preferred. Commitment to and demonstrated experience in undergraduate teaching; experience in technology-aided instruction; and a commitment to the mission of a private, upper Midwest, liberal arts, church-related college are required.

Application Procedure:

Please send: (1) letter of application addressing qualifications for the position, (2) curriculum vita, (3) statement of teaching philosophy, (4) copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, (5) completed Augustana University employment application on ADP career site, (6) and names and contact information for three professional references (one reference that specifically addresses undergraduate teaching) electronically to humanresources@augie.edu. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application process, please contact liz.vanwesten@augie.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and will conclude on April 10, 2026 or until the position is filled. Start date for the position is August, 2026. For questions, email the search committee chair: Dr. Scott Fish, scott.fish@augie.edu, or call 605-274-4915.

Augustana University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.