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Spanish Lecturer

Platteville, WI

Position Title: Spanish Lecturer Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lecturer Position Summary: The University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites ...

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Lecturer, CC (Spanish)

Kahului, HI · On-site

Lecturer, CC (Spanish) Position Number: 0002LECA Hiring Unit: Academic Affairs - Humanities Location: Maui College Date Posted: February 5, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous Salary Information: Minimum ...

University of Hawaii

Lecturer, CC (Spanish)

Kahului, HI · On-site

Lecturer, CC (Spanish) Position Number: 0002LECA Hiring Unit: Academic Affairs - Humanities Location: Maui College Date Posted: February 5, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous Salary Information: Minimum ...

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To thrive as a Spanish Lecturer, you need advanced proficiency in Spanish language, experience in teaching, and typically a master's or doctoral degree in Spanish or a related field. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Blackboard or Canvas), online teaching tools, and language assessment platforms is highly valued. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to engage and motivate students are essential soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure effective learning, student success, and dynamic classroom experiences in higher education settings.

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Spanish Lecturer

Universities of Wisconsin

Platteville, WI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

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Position Title:
Spanish Lecturer
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Terminal (Fixed Term)
Job Profile:
Lecturer
Position Summary:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a 9-month Lecturer position in Spanish within the Department of Humanities. Appointment percentage will be based on departmental needs.
The position primarily supports in-person instruction on the Platteville, Wisconsin campus. We are seeking an engaged and student-centered instructor committed to undergraduate language teaching and fostering students' linguistic and intercultural competence.
Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Teach undergraduate courses in Spanish, primarily at the introductory and intermediate levels.
  • Facilitate engaging, in-person language instruction using communicative and proficiency-oriented teaching methods.
  • Evaluate and assess student learning and language proficiency.
  • Maintain regular office hours and support student success.
  • Contribute with languages colleagues on curriculum and student learning assessment, as needed.
  • Support co-curricular activities that promote language learning and cultural engagement.
  • Attend relevant trainings and professional development related to teaching.

Required Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or higher in Spanish, Hispanic Studies, Spanish Education, Applied Linguistics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
  • Demonstrated teaching experience in Spanish language instruction.
  • Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.
  • Ability to teach introductory and intermediate Spanish language courses.
  • Strong commitment to undergraduate education and student success.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Application Instructions:
Applications must include:
  • Current curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Letter of interest addressing qualifications and teaching experience
  • Contact information for three professional references

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
About the Program:
The Spanish program is housed within the Department of Humanities, which also includes English and Philosophy. The department values interdisciplinary teaching, student-centered learning, and the development of global and intercultural perspectives. The Spanish program serves students from a variety of majors and plays an important role in the university's general education curriculum.
About the University:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is part of the University of Wisconsin System and serves approximately 6,000 students across a range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Located in southwest Wisconsin, the campus offers access to a vibrant regional community with strong educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities.
Legal Notices and Important Information:
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.
The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.
Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Annual Security & Annual Fire Safety Report is available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608.342.1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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