Assistant Professor of Spanish
About The Position
The Department of World Languages and Cultures at Concordia College invites applications for a full-time, three-year appointment as Assistant Professor of Spanish beginning August 2027. The academic-year position is based in Moorhead, Minnesota. The teaching load is three four-credit courses, or the equivalent, per semester, and includes a combination of beginning, intermediate, and advanced courses in Spanish and French. Opportunities may include collaboration with other academic areas, such as the M.Ed. in World Language Instruction, interdisciplinary programs, and First-Year Experience courses. The department seeks an engaging, collaborative teacher-scholar committed to language learning, intercultural competence, and interdisciplinary education. The successful candidate will contribute to a diverse academic community and teach across the Spanish and French curriculum. Preference will be given to generalists committed to developing and teaching innovative courses in both languages. Applicants should submit a cover letter describing teaching experience and commitment to inclusive excellence, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, and contact information for three references who have agreed to provide letters upon request. Unofficial transcripts and optional materials such as student course evaluations may also be submitted. For full consideration, applications were requested by November 8, 2026. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Spanish/Hispanic Studies; specialization is open. ABD candidates will be considered if the degree will be completed by April 2027.
- Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, French, and English.
- Demonstrated passion, innovation, and enthusiasm for teaching language in lower-division courses.
- Demonstrated experience and effectiveness teaching courses on the languages and cultures of the Spanish- and French-speaking worlds from an interdisciplinary perspective.
- Commitment to and experience working with diverse student populations.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in second language acquisition theories and practice.
- Experience in innovative curriculum development and interdisciplinary coursework.
- Familiarity with General Education courses and ACTFL proficiency guidelines.
- Experience integrating theories of intercultural citizenship throughout the Spanish and French curriculum.
- Commitment to and experience working with heritage speakers.
- Generalist preparation and commitment to developing and teaching innovative courses in Spanish and French.
Responsibilities
- Teach three four-credit courses, or the equivalent, per semester.
- Teach a combination of beginning, intermediate, and advanced courses in Spanish and French.
- Develop and teach innovative courses in Spanish and French.
- Teach courses on the languages and cultures of the Spanish- and French-speaking worlds from an interdisciplinary perspective.
- Contribute to the department’s work in language learning, intercultural competence, and interdisciplinary education.
- Potentially collaborate with other academic areas, including the M.Ed. in World Language Instruction, interdisciplinary programs, and First-Year Experience courses.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Preventative Chiropractic Program
- Retirement plan
- Long-term disability insurance (full-time only)
- Life insurance (full-time only)
- 13 paid holidays, including time off between Christmas and New Year’s
- Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave
- Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for the employee and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages
- Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents at Oak Grove Lutheran Schools
- Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc.
- Access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, and theatre events
- Option to purchase dining on campus
- Free MATbus rides
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
