Adjunct Faculty Spanish

St. Ambrose University • Davenport, IA

4d • Remote

About The Position

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at St. Ambrose University seeks adjunct instructors to teach online undergraduate Spanish courses. Candidates qualified to teach Medical Spanish, Spanish for Health and Human Services, or Business Spanish are of particular interest. This part-time adjunct role is assigned semester by semester according to departmental needs and enrollment; typical appointments involve teaching one fully online course per semester.

St. Ambrose University describes itself as an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners committed to preparing reflective, ethical, and student-centered educators who positively impact schools and communities. Its mission is to empower members to seek wisdom through faith and reason, work for justice and mercy, and lead lives of service. The university and its affiliated institutions are equal opportunity employers.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Spanish, Hispanic Studies, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Experience teaching Spanish at the college level.
• Ability to teach effectively in an online learning environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching Spanish for Specific Purposes, such as Medical Spanish, Business Spanish, or Spanish for Health Professions.
• Familiarity with online learning platforms such as Brightspace, Canvas, or Blackboard.
• Professional experience or specialized training related to healthcare, business, or professional communication in Spanish-speaking contexts.

Responsibilities

• Teach online undergraduate courses in Spanish.
• Typically teach one fully online course per semester, subject to departmental needs and enrollment.
• Potentially teach Medical Spanish, Spanish for Health and Human Services, or Business Spanish.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level