Instructor of spanish | Columbia, SC

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  • Location: Columbia, SC

Category: Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis : 9 months Work County: Richland Tenure Information: Professional Track Job Search Category: Faculty About University of South Carolina: From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

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Advertised Job Summary: The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for one of three full time, professional-track positions at the rank of Instructor in Spanish Language beginning August 16, 2024. The positions are 9-month appointments with a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year. These are annual appointments that may be renewed contingent upon Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding. Teach introductory through advanced Spanish language, four courses per semester, with possible opportunities for design and teaching of culture courses; prepare course syllabi and handouts; evaluate and grade student course work, assignments, and papers; maintain required records including student attendance and grades; maintain regularly scheduled office hours to assist students; participate in program and departmental meetings and activities, including program building.

Required Education and Experience: MA degree or higher in Spanish in hand by the time of appointment. Three years’ experience in higher education teaching Spanish language and culture (elementary through advanced level).

Native/Near-native proficiency in Spanish and English. Demonstrated experience meeting the needs of diverse student populations. Preferred Qualifications: A Ph. D. in Spanish, or related field. Ability to implement evolving best practices in second language pedagogy and cultural knowledge instruction in the classroom; previous coordination of basic language courses; ACTFL certification; and experience teaching Spanish language for the professions a plus Desired Start Date: 08/16/2024 Job Open Date: 11/21/2023 Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicant: All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at uscjobs.

sc. edu. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and email addresses of 3 references. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Dr. Mercedes Lopez Rodriguez ons are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis.

The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. Quicklink for Posting: uscjobs. sc. edu/postings/158758 EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), interaction, interactionual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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