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 and english
Ph.d. in spanish language or second language pedagogy
Ability to teach both in-person and online courses
The position involves teaching all levels of undergraduate Spanish language and culture as well as courses in second language acquisition and methodology for a total of 24 credits per year

Job Summary

  • The position involves teaching all levels of undergraduate Spanish language and culture as well as courses in second language acquisition and methodology for a total of 24 credits per year.
  • The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is committed to building a diverse community that mirrors Arkansas's rich tapestry while offering transformative hands-on learning experiences.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 official holidays, and retirement programs with contributions 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 for a total of 24 credits per year.

Salary

Base: $52,500; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance; tuition waivers; 12 holidays; retirement contributions 5-10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English
  • Ph.D. in Spanish Language or Second Language Pedagogy
  • Ability to teach both in-person and online courses
  • Develop an active scholarship and research agenda

Nice-to-have

  • Experience working in higher education
  • Desire to promote student success inside and outside classroom
  • Ability to think creatively in collaboration with colleagues
  • Willingness to serve on editorial board of literary journal

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 Motor Vehicle Registry check

Work Rights

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

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