"Instructor"

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

Faculty/Type Title

Instructor

Area of Study

Begins

Spring Semester 2026

About the College

Spelman College seeks instructors 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 Philosophy and Religious Studies at Spelman College invites applications for a one-semester, part-time, non-tenure-track position in Religious Studies. We seek a broadly trained scholar of religion who can teach the Bhagavad Gita. The teaching load is one course, Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching, including the use of inclusive pedagogies, strong mentoring, and academic support of diverse student populations. All courses are taught in-person.

Qualifications

A master’s degree is required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F649P

Open Date 12/09/2025

Close Date 01/05/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Any correspondence regarding the position or your application will be relayed to you by our Faculty Affairs 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 Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a smoke-free campus.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter of Interest
2. Transcripts (unofficial)
3. Curriculum Vitae