"Spanish Instructor | Temporary Full Time AY 2026-2027| I02451"

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting Number: I02451

Classification Title: Spanish Instructor | Temporary Full Time Year| I02451

Working Title: Spanish Instructor | Temporary Full Time AY 2026-2027| I02451

Employee Group: Faculty

Bargaining Unit: APSCUF

Location: Main Campus

Department: Modern Languages & Cultures

Employment Type: Temporary FT

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday. Teaching every day face-to-face.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a full time Temporary Instructor in the department of Languages, Literatures, Cultures & Writing to teach beginning, intermediate and advanced levels of Spanish language and cultures courses during the 26-27 academic year.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD, or comparable doctoral degree in Spanish Languages, Literatures and/or Cultures, or closely-related field. Native or near-native ability in Spanish and English. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to students, to the education of diverse population, to the promotion of world cultures & languages, and to service at the department, university and community level. Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration are also required.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD or comparable doctoral degree in Spanish Languages and Cultures, supplemented with teaching experience, Spanish speaking life experience and native Spanish fluency. We seek the following qualities in the successful candidate: commitment to diversity, extensive knowledge of Hispanic cultures and the Spanish language, proven record of engagement in the profession, evidence of enthusiasm for teaching and institutional service. Evidence of effective online teaching and strong interest/record in recruiting new students, plus a record of engaging students beyond the classroom.

Posting Detail Information

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the “Transcript” selection under Required Documents. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by March 16, 2026.

Required Documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Unofficial Transcripts 2

Optional Documents:

1. Unofficial Transcripts 3
2. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (e.g. peer reviews, student evaluations, honors and awards, etc.)