General Description:
William Woods University is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position to teach Spanish courses for general education and Spanish minors. The successful candidate may teach in a variety of formats, including traditional classroom settings and online.
Full-time faculty are expected to participate in faculty and campus committees, attend faculty assembly and division meetings, and conduct program and class assessments in accordance with standards developed by the University and outside accrediting entities. Faculty are also expected to develop educational programs to be presented to the campus at large as part of the University LEAD program and to attend such programs sponsored by other faculty in the university.
Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Qualified applicants must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three references, one being a supervisor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Teach Spanish coursework in classroom and online modalities.
· Assist students with academic advising.
· Maintain associations with professional organizations related to the field for the purpose of professional development, student internships, and employment development for graduates.
· Assist in recruitment efforts for the program by participating in university recruitment events and communicating with interested students.
· Responsible for maintaining relationships with alumni of the program.
· Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
· A master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish coursework is required.
· Ph.D. in Spanish or a related field is preferred.
· Ability to perform teaching, administrative, and clerical duties independently in order to fulfill goals and objectives of the program within the overall mission of the department, the division, and the University.
· Teaching experience at the post-secondary level is preferred.
· Proficiency with various technology including word processing, PowerPoint, social media, data base programs, and education specific software is preferred.
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, 9-month position beginning August 2025.
