Instructor (French)
Position Information
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization throughout employment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding.
Employment Status
Non-Tenure Track-1 Year
Faculty/Type Title
Instructor (French)
Area of Study
French
Begins
Fall Semester 2026
About the College
Spelman College seeks teacher scholar dedicated to excellence in teaching and to the continued enhancement of the academic environment for students and colleagues. Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a private four- year liberal arts college located in Atlanta, GA. The oldest historically Black college for women in the United States, Spelman is a member of the Atlanta University Center Consortium and Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education.
Position Description
The Department of World Languages & Culture at Spelman College is seeking an instructor of French for the 2026-2027 academic year. The teaching assignment will consist of lower-division French language courses in the fall and spring semesters.
We are seeking a dynamic, personable colleague with a successful record of teaching a diverse range of students in a small, liberal arts setting.
Qualifications
M.A. in French required; Degree from an accredited institution at the time of application; Candidates must have a native or near-native level of French; Experience teaching Elementary French language courses at the college/university level; Commitment to teaching and engagement with students
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F693P
Open Date
05/12/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin on April 14th and continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted during the last two weeks of April. Any correspondence regarding the position or your application will be relayed to you by our Faculty Support Team. Please do not reach out to any department faculty regarding the position or status of your application. We appreciate your interest and consideration.
EEO Statement
Spelman College is an EEO /Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Title IX Employer and we participate in E-Verify. We are a smoke-free campus
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts (unofficial)
- Cover Letter of Interest
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