"Teaching Fellow of Hispanic Studies Department"

The Hispanic Studies Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a 1-year position at the rank of Teaching Fellow, beginning August 15, 2026. The Teaching Fellow assists the department with its various initiatives, including Spanish Table, Spanish Club, the Volunteer Student Teaching program, the departmental newsletter, and the Teaching Assistant program, along with hosting the weekly Spanish-language campus radio show. The Teaching Fellow also assists a faculty member with the instruction of one Spanish language course per semester. The Teaching Fellow may be required to take two courses per semester at Hamilton College. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in working with diverse student populations. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would further the College's goal of building a diverse and inclusive educational environment. Candidates should have the equivalent of a Bachelor of Arts (4 year) college degree from an accredited university, at least 1 year of experience as Instructor, Teaching Assistant in Spanish language and/or Hispanic cultures, or comparable experience, and a minimum of advanced-intermediate level proficiency in spoken English. The teaching fellows will receive a stipend of $13,375, room, board, health insurance, round-trip transportation to and from Hamilton College from their home, and tuition benefits. Candidates should submit a cover letter and c.v. to jnburke@hamilton.edu. Our review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Hamilton College is a residential liberal arts college located in central New York. The College has built its reputation on the teaching excellence and leading scholarship of its faculty, and on the academic distinction and intellectual curiosity of its approximately 2000 students who take advantage of Hamilton’s open curriculum. Accomplished faculty, highly capable and motivated students, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1 provide an educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, intellectual and cultural diversity, and respect for differences in the development of students as engaged members of their communities. Hamilton’s commitment to diversity is embodied in its need-blind admission policy for US Citizens and Permanent Residents; furthermore, Hamilton College meets the full demonstrated financial need for all admitted and enrolled students during their four years on campus. Please visit the college website for more information (www.hamilton.edu).

Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find other Hamilton and nearby academic job listings at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-upstate-new-york/, as well as additional information at Opportunities for Spouses or Partners. Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits.