Instructor of Arabic (Summer 2027 LSA202)

Middlebury College•Middlebury, VT

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Middlebury College Summer Arabic School invites applications for temporary Instructor of Arabic positions for its summer 2027 session, June 15–August 14, 2027. These in-person appointments are based at Middlebury College in Vermont, USA. The eight-week intensive program combines cultural immersion with rigorous daily classroom instruction. Instructors participate fully in teaching, residential life, dining, and co-curricular programming as part of a dedicated community of educators and learners. All activities are conducted exclusively in Arabic. Accommodation and meals are provided for the duration of the appointment. Compensation is determined individually in discussion with the Language School director. Candidates should have substantial experience teaching Arabic at the college level. The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in a relevant field; candidates with a DML, ABD, M.A., or B.A. and substantial teaching experience may also be considered. Experience teaching at American institutions of higher education is strongly preferred. The School seeks educators with extensive expertise in teaching Arabic as a second or foreign language, including approaches to teaching Arab culture and society, and strong interpersonal, collaborative, creative, and adaptable qualities. Applications must include a letter of interest describing the candidate’s teaching philosophy and anticipated contributions to the Arabic School, a current curriculum vitae, two recommendation letters, and complete student evaluations from the most recent academic year. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Finalists must submit an official copy of their highest degree earned, with a certified English translation if it was issued in another language. Applications will be reviewed beginning December 15, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

Requirements

Significant experience teaching Arabic at the college level.
Expertise in teaching Arabic as a second or foreign language, including pedagogical approaches to Arab culture and society.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with a demonstrated record of effective teamwork in instructional settings.
Creativity, adaptability, and openness to innovative teaching methodologies and learning environments.
A relevant Ph.D. is ideal; candidates with a DML, ABD, M.A., or B.A. accompanied by substantial teaching experience may be considered.
Submit a letter of interest articulating teaching philosophy and anticipated contributions, a current curriculum vitae, two letters of recommendation, and complete student evaluations from the most recent academic year.
Finalists must submit an official copy of their highest degree earned; a certified English translation is required if the degree was issued in another language.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching at American institutions of higher education is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide daily classroom instruction in Arabic as part of an eight-week intensive curriculum.
Participate fully in the program’s residential life, dining, and co-curricular programming.
Contribute to a community in which all activities are conducted exclusively in Arabic.