The University of Mobile College of Arts and Sciences and Department of Humanities invites applications for a full-time/tenure-track Instructor or Assistant Professor of Spanish position to begin August 2024.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate language courses in Spanish and Spanish culture based on the needs of the department. Other tasks include preparation of course materials and assignments, serving as academic advisor to students as assigned, engaging in curriculum review and development, and coordinating experiential learning opportunities for students. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills are required; the ability to establish a rapport with students and maintain an environment that supports learning and promotes student retention and experience using a Learning Management System (LMS) are also required.
This position will be a full-time, 9-month appointment. The university academic curriculum is based on a four-day week. Some programmatic activities require some evenings and Friday coverage.
Qualifications:
- Preferred: Earned Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Spanish or related field
- Required: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Spanish or Spanish language instruction
- Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience
TO APPLY: Applicants must submit all application materials below to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Matthew Downs, mdowns@umobile.edu.
Application Materials:
- A letter of interest
- An UM Faculty application form: https://umobile.edu/employment/
- Statement of teaching philosophy (maximum 3 pages)
- Curriculum vita
- Three current letters of recommendation
- Graduate transcripts
Questions about the role may be submitted to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Matthew Downs at mdowns@umobile.edu.
The University of Mobile is a Southern Baptist affiliated liberal arts university with an enrollment of approximately 1,500 students. Candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission of a Christian university and the integration of faith and discipline. More information may be found on the University website at www.umobile.edu .
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