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Spanish, Part-Time Professor

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Languages, Learning Support & Resources Opening Date: 06/23/2023 Description SPANISH, PART-TIME PROFESSOR Hartnell College is currently accepting applications to establish a pool for future part-time ...

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How much do spanish professor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for spanish professor in the United States is $137,306.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $137,000.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Spanish Professor vs Spanish Language Instructor?

AspectSpanish ProfessorSpanish Language Instructor
CredentialsMaster's or PhD in Spanish, Education or related fieldOften requires a bachelor's degree, teaching certification may be preferred
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, academic settingsLanguage schools, community centers, online platforms
Employer & IndustryHigher education institutions, universitiesLanguage institutes, private companies, online education providers
Search & Comparison IntentAcademic, higher education, university teachingPractical language teaching, adult learners, conversational skills

The main difference between a Spanish Professor and a Spanish Language Instructor lies in their work environment and credentials. Spanish Professors typically work in universities with advanced degrees, focusing on academic research and higher education. In contrast, Spanish Language Instructors often teach in language schools or online, with fewer formal academic requirements, emphasizing practical language skills for diverse learners.

What are some common challenges Spanish Professors face when engaging students in language learning?

Spanish Professors often encounter challenges related to varying proficiency levels within a single classroom and maintaining student motivation over time. It can be difficult to design lessons that cater to beginners as well as advanced speakers, while also incorporating cultural context and authentic materials. Additionally, professors must find creative ways to encourage active participation and build students' confidence in speaking, which is essential for language acquisition. Collaboration with colleagues to share resources and strategies can be highly beneficial in overcoming these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Spanish Professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Spanish Professor, you need advanced proficiency in Spanish, a deep understanding of Hispanic cultures, and typically a master's or doctoral degree in Spanish or a related field. Familiarity with language lab technology, online learning platforms, and curriculum design tools is often required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and engaging teaching methods are vital soft skills for inspiring students and fostering an inclusive learning environment. These skills and qualifications are crucial to effectively teach language and culture, support diverse learners, and contribute to academic excellence.

What Does a Spanish Professor Do?

As a Spanish professor, you teach students to read, write, and speak the language. Most college and university-level classes also focus on learning more about the history of the Spanish language and the area of the world that it hails from. For each course, your duties and responsibilities vary but may include facilitating, moderating, and initiating classroom discussions, evaluating, planning, and revising curricula, and assisting other professors in the department. You also determine the course materials and content as well as the methods that you use to teach your students. Performing research is also a necessary component of pursuing this career, especially if you work at a university seeking tenure track.

What does a Spanish Professor do?

A Spanish Professor is an academic professional who teaches Spanish language, literature, and culture at the college or university level. Their responsibilities include designing course curricula, delivering lectures, leading discussions, and assessing student progress. In addition to teaching, they often conduct research in their field, publish scholarly work, and participate in academic conferences. Spanish Professors may also advise students and contribute to departmental administration. Their goal is to enhance students’ understanding and fluency in Spanish, as well as deepen their appreciation for Hispanic cultures.
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Infographic showing various Spanish Professor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,306 per year, or $66 per hour.
Adjunct Spanish Professor

Adjunct Spanish Professor

Johnson County Community College (JCCC)

Overland Park, KS • On-site

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Posted 9 days ago


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Adjunct Spanish Professor

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 497908
Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Credit Instruction

Position: Adjunct Spanish Professor

Department: Academic Affairs

Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty

Exemption Status: Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs

Opportunity for hybrid schedule: Yes

Starting Salary Range:  AJCR $1,208-$1,344 per credit hour and in accordance with the adjunct table and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Position Summary: The Foreign Language department is seeking a Spanish adjunct professor to teach Elementary and Intermediate level Spanish language. JCCC is located in Overland Park, KS, the second largest city in the state of Kansas and part of the greater Kansas City Metro. The Kansas City Metro is known for its museums, restaurants, and music and art scenes. JCCC is similarly dedicated to creating and maintaining a rich cultural community, with an award-winning contemporary art museum and center for the performing arts located on campus.
JCCC is looking for applicants for a part-time adjunct faculty position in the Foreign Language Department to serve as a substitute or teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish in the day or evening in the summer, spring or fall semesters in person and live online (Zoom). The Foreign Language Department is part of the Communications Division.
The successful applicant for this job may teach the equivalent of 5-10 credit hours or serve as a substitute professor. This person will perform other duties expected of adjunct faculty, to include collaborating and working successfully with other full-time and adjunct faculty in the Foreign Language department and other duties as assigned.
Additional responsibilities:
Provide extra and co-curricular opportunities for Spanish language students.
Participate in the planning and administration of all departmental initiatives.
Participate in on-campus events promoting languages.
Complete ACTFL and/or other departmental training.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Candidates will be interviewed and will be asked to demonstrate a 30-minute class in person or on Zoom.

Required Qualifications:

  • M.A. degree in Spanish or an MA in a related discipline with at least 18 hours of graduate work in Spanish as required by JCCC HLC criteria.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish courses.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of using technology in the classroom.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach online using zoom or a platform like Zoom.
  • Demonstrated 2 years teaching experience at the post-secondary level and/or 4 years of high school teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated understanding of the climate of post-secondary institutions.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ACTFL World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages.
  • Documentation from ACTFL (OPI) of advanced mid or higher in Spanish.
  • Ability to teach Chinese, German, Japanese or French with HLC credentials.
  • PhD in Spanish.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish language courses.

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, unofficial transcript, 1 letter of recommendation from a supervisor, 1 letter of recommendation from a colleague that addresses language, teaching and collaborative skills.

*Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

Benefits Category

For Adjunct Faculty

  • Optional Retirement plan access
  • Tuition discount for JCCC courses (for adjuncts meeting eligibility criteria)
  • Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
  • Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center

About JCCC:

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture - not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@jccc.edu), or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550, Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.

Disclosure: 

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR@jccc.edu. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be updated at any time at the discretion of management. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.

Advertised: 31 Mar 2026 Central Daylight Time
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