Part-Time Lecturer in Bilingual & Literacy Studies

Position Overview

The Department of Bilingual and Literacy Studies at UTRGV occasionally needs to hire non‑tenure track, part‑time Lecturers to teach undergraduate Bilingual Education and Reading courses for the Fall, Spring, and/or Summer semesters. Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction within the program.

• Master’s degree in bilingual education, ESL, literacy, or related field from an accredited institution.
• At least 18 credit hours (or equivalent) in bilingual education, ESL, reading, literacy, or related field.

• K‑12 or higher education teaching experience.
• Ability to use technology to support teaching and learning.

• Title:
  
  Part‑time Lecturer (Non‑Tenure Track)
• Posting Number: PTFRGV
  1014
• Location:
  
  Multiple campus sites within the Rio Grande Valley
• FTE:
  Varies
• Salary:
  Paid per course taught, commensurate with experience and/or qualifications.
• Number of Vacancies:
  Varies
• Desired
  
  Start Date:
  
  September 1, 2026
• Salary & Benefits:
  
  Eligible for Teacher Retirement System (TRS) if 20+ hours; optional retirement program (ORP) if 40+ hours.

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check, which will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on‑campus interview.

Open Date:
March 17, 2026

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other applicable federal statutes, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment.

We encourage women, minorities, and differently abled persons to apply for employment inside positions of interest.

• Position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
• Work is performed primarily in a general office environment.
• Optional retirement program (ORP) available if position is 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
• Translation of non‑English primary language faculty must meet Texas law English proficiency requirements (TOEFL/IELTS scores specified).