Recruitment Plan
I. RECRUITMENT PLAN
Posting Number: F002581
Academic Title: Teaching Assistant Professor of Italian language
Rank: Teaching Assistant Professor
Administrative Title: Discipline: Humanities
Specialty: Contract Type: Special Service
Renewable Appointment initial appt period: 08012026-5312029
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Proposed Start Date: 08012026
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Position Description
Summary
The Department of Romance German and Slavic Studies at The George Washington University invites applications for one full-time renewable non-tenure accruing appointment at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor of Italian language to begin as early as fall 2026 with an initial three-year appointment.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Will include but are not limited to:
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or E.D. or equivalent degree in Italian language pedagogy, second language acquisition, or related field.
At least three years of experience teaching Italian language courses at the college or university level.
Native or near-native proficiency in both Italian and English.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching Italian language at multiple levels, as evidenced by evaluations, teaching assessments, letters of recommendation, etc.
Advertised Salary: $75,000
Other Benefits
Other Information
The Department offers a vibrant, multilingual community of faculty engaged in dynamic teaching and research in languages and cultures. Located in the heart of the nations capital, the Department enriches its programming through partnerships with numerous local cultural institutions and embassies.
We support community-engaged learning opportunities at all levels of language instruction and partner with units across the University to offer a comprehensive and immersive learning environment for our students.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete an online application and upload the following, clearly addressing the position requirements:
Three letters of recommendation with complete titles and contact information for each reference should be sent by the referee to rgsll@gwu.edu with the subject line "Italian Teaching Assistant Professor" and your name.
With the exception of the three letters, all other components of an application must be submitted via the gwu.jobs website.
Review of applications will begin on March 6, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.
Department Link: https://rgss.columbian.gwu.edu
Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled
Background Screening
Successful completion of a background screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Quick Link: https://www.gwu.jobs/postings123953
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Posting Specific Questions
Do you have a PhD, EdD, or equivalent degree in Italian language pedagogy, second language acquisition, or a related field? Yes No
Do you have at least three years of experience teaching Italian language courses at the college or university level? Yes No
Do you have native or near-native proficiency in both Italian and English? Yes No
Can you demonstrate excellence in teaching Italian language at multiple levels through letters of recommendation, student evaluations, and/or teaching assessments? Yes No