Assistant Professor, World Languages

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $52,500; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Native or near-native fluency in spanish
Ph.d. in spanish or related field
Proven excellence in teaching
The position involves teaching all levels of undergraduate Spanish language and culture as well as courses in second language acquisition and methodology

Job Summary

  • The position involves teaching all levels of undergraduate Spanish language and culture as well as courses in second language acquisition and methodology.
  • The successful candidate will contribute to the department's mission through teaching, service, and research while supporting student success outside the classroom.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs ranging from 5 to 10 percent.

Matching Summary

The position involves teaching all levels of undergraduate Spanish language and culture as well as courses in second language acquisition and methodology.

Salary

Base: $52,500; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance; tuition waivers; 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Native or near-native fluency in Spanish
  • Ph.D. in Spanish or related field
  • Proven excellence in teaching
  • Ability to teach online and in-person
  • Develop active scholarship agenda

Nice-to-have

  • Experience working in higher education
  • Desire to promote student success
  • Creative collaboration with colleagues
  • Service on editorial board
  • Outreach to Latino/Hispanic communities

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Spanish Language, Second Language Pedagogy, or TESOL
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Pass criminal background check and MVR check

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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