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Spanish Teacher - Middle School

Garfield, NJ

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Teach students how to build and enhance their foreign language skills--reading, writing, speaking ... Work with the World Language Department to develop academic and engagement goals for students.

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for foreign language department chair in the United States is $65,716.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Foreign Language Department Chair do?

A Foreign Language Department Chair leads and manages the foreign language department at a school or university. Their responsibilities include overseeing curriculum development, supporting and evaluating faculty, managing budgets, and coordinating language programs. They also serve as a liaison between the department and administration, advocate for language learning, and help ensure academic standards are met. Department Chairs often teach classes as well and play a key role in hiring and professional development of staff.

What is the difference between Foreign Language Department Chair vs Foreign Language Teacher?

AspectForeign Language Department ChairForeign Language Teacher
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often master's, leadership skillsBachelor's degree in education or language, teaching certification
Work EnvironmentSchool administration, department meetings, curriculum planningClassroom teaching, student interaction
Employer & Industry UsageHigh schools, colleges, universitiesPrimary role in educational institutions

The Foreign Language Department Chair oversees curriculum development, faculty coordination, and departmental management, requiring leadership skills and advanced degrees. In contrast, the Foreign Language Teacher focuses on classroom instruction and student engagement. Both roles are essential in educational settings but differ in responsibilities and scope.

What are the main responsibilities of a Foreign Language Department Chair in supporting faculty and curriculum development?

As a Foreign Language Department Chair, you are responsible for guiding the development and implementation of language curricula, mentoring faculty, and fostering a collaborative team environment. This includes coordinating professional development opportunities, reviewing and updating course offerings, and ensuring alignment with school or district standards. You will also serve as a liaison between the department and administration, advocating for resources and representing faculty perspectives in decision-making. Balancing administrative duties with supporting teachers and student success is a key aspect of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Foreign Language Department Chair, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Foreign Language Department Chair, you need advanced proficiency in one or more foreign languages, a strong background in language education, and typically a master's or doctoral degree in a related field. Familiarity with curriculum development tools, learning management systems, and educational assessment platforms is highly beneficial. Leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to foster collaboration among staff are essential soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for effectively guiding the department, ensuring high-quality instruction, and supporting both faculty and student success.
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Infographic showing various Foreign Language Department Chair job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 10% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,716 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Temp Faculty: Foreign Language Instructor (Fall 2026)

Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City

Kansas City, MO • On-site

$1K - $28K/yr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Salary: $1,197.00 - $28,728.00 Annually
Location : Maple Woods, MO
Job Type: Part-Time Faculty Credit
Job Number: 2025-00450
Organization: MW Foreign Language
Opening Date: 05/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
About MCC
is the oldest public institution of higher learning in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1915 as the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. The Junior College of Kansas City, as it was known starting in 1919, was one of the first schools in the country to award an associate degree. Today, MCC offers 125 associate degree and certificate programs.
Metropolitan Community College comprises five campuses on the Missouri side of the Greater Kansas City area 47 major buildings and about 550 acres in all: , located in Independence, Missouri; located in Lee's Summit, Missouri, located in the Northland of Kansas City, Missouri; and , located in Midtown Kansas City, Missouri.
MCC is accredited by the In addition, several programs have as well.
***MCC does not provide employer-paid sponsorships.
Job Summary
POOL POSITION
Application materials for this position is accepted on an on-going basis due to increasing demand. Assignments may be scheduled but not granted based on enrollment and/or operational decisions.
Temporary faculty serve the college and students by providing high quality instruction and engaging in instruction related activities. Temporary faculty are expected to perform all duties associated with teaching an assigned course to include all course preparation, meeting with students, entering grades, and other duties related to course delivery. Upon employment temporary faculty must maintain updated credentials as required by the college's accrediting agencies.
Employment Restrictions:
  • An annuitant of the Missouri Retirement System must adhere to the applicable regulations.
  • Employees, who possess a valid Missouri Teaching Certificate, may be required to participate in the Public School Retirement System of Missouri (PSRS).
  • Temporary faculty may be assigned up to ten (10) work units per semester for fall and spring. An additional two (2) work units per term may be assigned with approval from the dean and notification to human resources but no more than twenty-four (24) work units in an academic year. For summer, work units may not exceed 3.5 work units in June, and 3.5 work units in July.
  • Noncredit courses taught during the normal academic year are included in these limitations.
  • Combination Load Maximum: If a temporary faculty member's load includes work unit and clock hour assignments, the combined weekly clock hour total will be monitored to adhere to temporary faculty assignment limitations.

Employees assigned responsibilities as instructors, counselors, librarians, or related are compensated based on assigned work units or clock-hours, in accordance with MCCKC guidelines for temporary employment.
Essential Functions
  • Selecting and developing instructional materials; planning and organizing instruction to enhance student learning; creating appropriate assignments to encourage student learning and foster higher order thinking
  • Using a variety of proven methods of engagement and assessment to facilitate student mastery of learning outcomes
  • Providing students constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback
  • Evaluating student learning and modifying instructional methods and strategies as appropriate to meet diverse student needs
  • Meeting classes as scheduled; notifying the appropriate division chair with as much advanced notice as possible if they are to be absent
  • Monitoring email and other electronic communication, and responding to students in a timely manner
  • Preparing and distributing syllabi in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
  • Following the published final exam schedule
  • Maintaining accurate records of students' academic standing; promptly providing final grades, attendance, and other information as required by administration
  • Maintaining the confidentiality of student records as required by law and college policy
  • Fulfilling all requirements as stated in college policies and procedures including mandatory training
  • Exercising stewardship in the use of college facilities and materials
  • Implementing course student learning outcome and institutional learning outcome assessment activities as required by the discipline/program, and reporting assessment data in a timely manner
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Physical Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field
    • Foreign Language Interpreting
    • Court Interpreter
    • Healthcare Interpreter
    • Medical Interpreter
  • Three (3) years of experience in foreign language interpreting
  • One (1) of the following credentials: state certification (from any state) in either Healthcare or Medical Interpretation, OR a state certification (from any state) as a Court Interpreter
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience teaching in a community college setting
  • Experience developing related curriculum
  • Advanced degrees and/or certifications in the relevant teaching discipline
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with all constituencies of a diverse community
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
Physical Requirements
Positions in this class typically requires feeling, grasping, hearing, keyboarding, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking. The work is sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly.
Supplemental Information
EEO Statement:
Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, birth ancestry, national origin, or disability. EOE/ M/ F/ Vets/ Disabled
Accommodations:
MCC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MCC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request an accommodation and/or a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
We offer benefits including:
  • Deferred retirement compensation plans
  • Professional development
  • Access to our Fitness Centers
  • And much more!
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field (Foreign Language Interpreting, Court Interpreter, Healthcare Interpreter, Medical Interpreter)?
  • Yes
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Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in foreign language interpreting?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you have at least one (1) of the following credentials: state certification (from any state) in either Healthcare or Medical Interpretation, OR a state certification (from any state) as a Court Interpreter
  • Yes
  • No

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