GLL Spanish Language Instructor
Salary
$21.31 - $33.78 Hourly
Location
7390 South 6th Street, Klamath Falls, OR
Job Type
Part-time
Job Number
20260922-21
Department
External Affairs
Opening Date
09/22/2026
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The GLL Spanish Language Instructor is responsible for providing engaging, practical, and supportive Spanish language instruction to college students and community members interested in learning Spanish. The instructor will create a welcoming learning environment and provide instruction appropriate for beginning and developing Spanish learners.
The instructor will emphasize practical communication skills, including conversation, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, and everyday Spanish. The position requires an individual who is enthusiastic about teaching, patient and supportive of learners, and able to adapt instruction to different learning styles and levels of experience.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the position description satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Plan and deliver Spanish language classes for college and community learners.
- Provide instruction in basic Spanish vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, conversation, reading, and writing.
- Develop practical, engaging activities that encourage students to use Spanish in everyday situations.
- Incorporate conversational practice, role-playing, demonstrations, and other interactive learning activities.
- Adapt instructional activities to accommodate students with different levels of Spanish proficiency and learning needs.
- Create and maintain a positive, respectful, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
- Encourage student participation, confidence, and continued interest in learning Spanish.
- Prepare instructional materials, handouts, activities, and other resources as appropriate.
- Utilize technology and digital resources to enhance instruction and student learning.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with students, colleagues, and program staff.
- Maintain appropriate attendance, instructional, and program records as required.
- Follow college policies, procedures, and expectations.
- Participate in meetings, training, or professional development activities as requested.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
- Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Experience using Spanish in everyday, educational, or professional settings.
- Ability to teach practical Spanish language skills to beginning learners.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Dependable, punctual, organized, and able to follow established procedures.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and learning levels.
- Basic computer literacy and ability to use technology to support instruction.
Preferred:
- Experience teaching, tutoring, training, or facilitating language learning.
- Experience developing practical language-learning activities.
- Experience working with adult learners, college students, or community education programs.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Canvas, Microsoft Teams, or similar educational technology.
- Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools or other digital resources to support learning and communication.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE
Required:
- Excellent Spanish oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to explain language concepts clearly and patiently.
- Ability to create engaging and practical learning activities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to learn and use new technologies.
- Professional, courteous, respectful, and student-centered approach.
- Commitment to creating a welcoming and encouraging learning environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Primarily office-based with occasional field visits or off-site events.
- Frequent interaction with students, faculty, and industry partners.
- May require evening or weekend hours during peak activity periods.
- May occasionally lift or carry up to 20 lbs.
- Regular movement between seated, standing, and walking positions.
- Standard office and occasional field environment.
Supplemental Information
This position is classified as part-time and is typically scheduled for up to 20 hours per week. Regularly scheduled hours may be subject to change. Hours may not exceed 128 hours per one-month pay period. Not eligible for paid holidays, vacation or healthcare benefits beyond those required by law.
It is the policy of Klamath Community College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
- A monthly contribution toward the purchase of the Health Insurance Package (or the actual premium for the health insurance package selected, whichever is the lesser amount)
- Vacation leave @ 80 hrs per year (pro-rated from hire date)
- Personal leave @ 2 days per year (2 days if hired before December 31)
- Sick Leave accrued @ 1 day per month
- Holidays as defined in the Personnel Policies (12)
- Bereavement Leave allowance of 5 days per occurrence
- Individual employee option to participate in an IRC 125 Flexible Spending Account Plan
- Employee option to participate in a 403(b) tax-deferred annuity and/or 457 (b) deferred compensation plan
- Group Life Insurance @ twice annual salary for employee only
- Group Long Term Disability Insurance for employee only
- Group Accident Insurance @ $300,000 for employee only
- Employee option to purchase additional life insurance for employee and employee's dependents
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) coverage for employee and employee's dependents
- AFLAC: Employee option to purchase additional life insurance for employee and employee's dependents
- MASA - air transport for medical
- Public Employees' Retirement System - PERS (upon meeting State eligibility requirements)
- Tuition waiver for employee and employee's dependents for unlimited Klamath Community College District credit and non-credit courses
Employer Klamath Community College
Address 7390 S. 6th Street
Klamath Falls, Oregon, 97603
Phone 541-882-3521
Website http://www.klamathcc.edu