Adjunct Instructor of Spanish

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Position Information

Job Title Adjunct Instructor of Spanish Classification Title Rank Tenure Information Job Description

Adjunct Instructor of Spanish

Fall 2026 | Lees-McRae College (Banner Elk, NC)

Lees‑McRae College invites applications for part‑time Adjunct Instructors of Spanish for the Fall 2026 semester. We seek energetic, student‑centered educators to teach three undergraduate courses in our Spanish and Hispanic Studies curriculum.

Courses to Be Taught

The successful candidates will teach one of the following undergraduate courses:

• SPA 101: Elementary Spanish I
• SPA 201: Intermediate Spanish I
• SPA 310: Spanish & Latin American Film

Position Responsibilities

• Teach one of three courses during the Fall 2026 semester.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive, and effective instruction to undergraduate students in both language and content‑based courses.
• Design syllabi, course materials, assessments, and learning activities aligned with departmental and institutional learning outcomes.
• Employ student‑centered and communicative pedagogical approaches appropriate to language and Hispanic Studies instruction.
• Maintain regular communication with students and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Hold limited office hours appropriate for an adjunct appointment.
• Foster a supportive learning environment that promotes academic success for a diverse student body.

Appointment Details

• Appointment Type: Adjunct
• Semester: Fall 2026
• Start Date: August 2026
• Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and course load
• Location: Primarily in‑person instruction on the Lees‑McRae College campus

Application Process

Applicants should submit the following materials:

• A letter of interest addressing relevant qualifications and teaching philosophy
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin April 15, 2026 and will continue until the positions are filled.

About Lees‑McRae College

Lees‑McRae College is a private, residential liberal arts college located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. The College emphasizes engaged learning, close faculty‑student interaction, and a commitment to inclusive excellence across disciplines.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lees‑McRae College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute to the diversity and vitality of the academic community.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Spanish, Hispanic Studies, Applied Linguistics, or a closely related field (completed by the start date).
• Demonstrated proficiency in both Spanish and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching Spanish and/or Hispanic Studies at the college level.
• Ability to teach upper‑division Hispanic Studies courses (literature, culture, linguistics, film, history, or related areas).
• Experience using communicative and proficiency‑based language teaching methods.
• Demonstrated commitment to high‑impact, student‑centered pedagogical practices and inclusive teaching.

Posting Detail Information

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Media File
• Portfolio
• Teaching Philosophy