LECTURER/SR LECTURER

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies at the University of Florida seeks a Spanish instructor at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer. This is a full-time, nine-month, nontenure-accruing position, renewed year to year contingent on funding, with a start date of August 16, 2027. The instructor will teach Spanish, coordinate university-level language courses or programs, and mentor instructors, including graduate teaching assistants. The typical instructional faculty assignment is three courses per semester. Senior Lecturer candidates must have a record of academic excellence and professional experience commensurate with the title. The position offers professional development opportunities and support for growth, and faculty may pursue promotion through the Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Master Lecturer ranks.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Spanish or a closely related field; an M.A. or M.Ed. may be considered if other qualifications are outstanding.
• Native or native-like fluency in English and Spanish.
• Demonstrated excellence as a teacher.
• Experience as a supervisor and/or coordinator in a college-level language program.
• Exceptional organizational and mentorship skills.
• Senior Lecturer candidates must have a record of academic excellence and professional experience commensurate with the title.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in Spanish for specific purposes.
• Experience or interest in Spanish for heritage speakers.
• Experience or interest in online instruction.
• Experience or interest in leading study abroad programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Lower Division Spanish program, with occasional Upper Division courses depending on departmental needs.
• Work with the Undergraduate Coordinator/Lower Division Director to coordinate Lower Division Spanish courses or, based on qualifications, the Spanish language program.
• Supervise and mentor graduate teaching assistants.
• Participate in departmental duties, including committee work, ongoing pedagogical training, curriculum development, and supervision of instructors.

Benefits

• Full benefits package.
• Health insurance and voluntary insurance options, including vision, dental, and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement plan options, including the Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid leave plans and access to a sick-leave pool.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Professional development opportunities and support for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree