Adjunct Instructor of Spanish

On the foundation of faith, wisdom and trust in Providence, Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) prepares graduates to transform their communities, families and professions.

OLLU, founded in 1895 by the Congregation of Divine Providence, is a coeducational comprehensive institution with an enrollment of more than 3,100 students. With its main residential campus in San Antonio and non-traditional programs in San Antonio, Houston, the Rio Grande Valley (La Feria), and online, OLLU has a presence in two of the largest cities in Texas, the border region, and literally around the world.

The University offers more than 30 undergraduate majors and minors, 14 master's programs and three doctoral programs through its College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and Leadership, and the College of Professional Studies. OLLU offers classes in daytime, evening, weekend and online formats.

Spanish Program Mission Statement:
As part of a Catholic Hispanic Serving Institution, sponsored by the Sisters of Divine Providence, the mission of the Spanish Program is to develop students' communicative and cultural competence to the professional level in Spanish and prepare them as leaders who can serve effectively in multicultural global communities.

Job Description:

The Humanities and Social Sciences Department at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio seeks part-time status Adjunct Instructor of Spanish beginning Fall 2022.

The course(s) to be taught:

• SPAN 1411, Elementary Spanish I - TTH 9:30 - 10:45
• SPAN 1411, Elementary Spanish I - TTH 11:00 - 12:15

Requirements:

M.A. in Spanish - required

Ph.D. in Spanish - Preferred

• Demonstrated experience or potential in teaching Spanish at the University level in a student-centered environment.
• Enthusiasm for connecting Spanish language, literature, and culture to first-generation college students, both majors and non-majors.
• Commitment to the Mission, Identity, and Core Values:
  Trust, Integrity, Community & Service of the University.
• Willingness and ability to teach in person.

Additional Information:

For questions about the position contact:
Maribel Lárraga, Ph.D., Professor and Program Head, mlarraga

OLLU seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administrators. The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE.

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Application Instructions:

Please complete the online Application for Academic Employment and attach the following:

• Letter of Interest denoting position for which applying.
• Resume and/or Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of all transcripts reflecting receipt of terminal degree in discipline for which applying.
• Listing of three professional references.
• Two current letters of recommendation emailed to mlarraga

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Incomplete packets for academic employment will not be considered.