Part-Time Faculty: SPA Spanish

Part-Time Faculty: SPA 101-202 Spanish (Spring 2026)

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For full consideration, in addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and list of names of three references at . Search will remain open until filled. No phone inquiries please.

Job # 078558

Job Title:

Part-Time Faculty: SPA 101-202 Spanish (Spring 2026)

Location:

Campus

Commitment to On-Campus

Experience:

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $1,440 - $1,800 per credit hour

Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Hours:

As determined by department/chair. Office hours required.

Job Type: Part-time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code: UA

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Syracuse University is seeking part-time instructor(s) to teach 4-credit section(s) of beginning and/or intermediate Spanish in the spring 2026 semester, which begins January 12, 2026 (appointment begins on January 5, 2026).

Course Descriptions:

• Spanish I (SPA 101) 4 credits: Introductory proficiency-based course which prepares students to understand, speak, read, and write in culturally authentic contexts. Activities are conducted in Spanish.
• Spanish II (SPA 102) 4 credits: Continuing proficiency-based course which develops communicative abilities in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in culturally authentic contexts. Activities are conducted in Spanish.
• Spanish III (SPA 201) 4 credits: Continuing proficiency-based course which refines and expands previously acquired linguistic skills in culturally authentic contexts. Activities are conducted in Spanish.
• Spanish IV (SPA 202) 4 credits: Continuing proficiency-based course which focuses on reading, discussing, and analyzing authentic texts as a basis for the expression and interpretation of meaning. Conducted in Spanish.

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per-credit-rate-history within the hiring department. All positions and offers are subject to funding availability and enrollment.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency required.
• Experience in university-level teaching preferred.

Job Specific

Qualifications:

Not Applicable

Responsibilities

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours of two hours per week.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meeting all designated class periods. If you are unable to meet with your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute. You must also notify the department chair or their designated contact of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.
• Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.
• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Completing all other course related duties as outlined by your department’s policies for part-time instructors.
• Building a positive rapport with the students and faculty.

Physical Requirements:

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment:
Not Applicable

For full consideration, in addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and list of names of three references at . Search will remain open until filled. No phone inquiries please.

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