Adjunct, Spanish - Part-time

Monmouth University is seeking applications for an Adjunct Professor of Spanish in the World Languages and Cultures Department.

Part-time Adjunct Faculty members typically teach 3-6 credits per semester, with class schedules determined based on departmental needs and candidate availability. Courses are taught in person at the West Long Branch campus. Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university’s pool of qualified adjunct faculty.  Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available.  Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

For additional information about the department, please visit the webpage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 3-6 credits during the semester.
• Develop and implement active, engaging and communicative class lessons, incorporating a variety of activities in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
• Hold in-person office hours (1 hour per 3-credit class) during the week to meet with students outside of class.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
• Administer projects, exams and other assessments to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.
• Work with course coordinator as needed to ensure consistency on course syllabus, classroom approaches and assessments.

Enrichment Statement:

Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in any of the following: Spanish, Hispanic or Latin American Studies, Romance Languages, Education, Literature, Linguistics, or Educational Leadership, or a Master of Arts in Teaching degree with a concentration in Spanish.
• Previous experience in teaching classes of Spanish.
• Candidates should be familiar and experienced in the communicative method of language teaching, focusing on student-centered learning.
• Familiarity with World Language technologies and online learning platforms is essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

None

Additional Application Material Required:

 Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university’s career portal. In addition to the application, candidates should upload the following:

1. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Professional References
5. First Letter of Recommendation
6. Second Letter of Recommendation

Optional Documents:

None

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Julia Riordan-Goncalves at jriordan@monmouth.edu or

Note to Applicants:

Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university’s pool of qualified adjunct faculty.  Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available.  Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Tuition Remission
• Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, 403(b) plan
• On campus, Fitness Center – free membership

To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at:

Department:

World Languages & Cultures

Work Schedule:

varies

Total Weeks Per Year:

14

Expected Salary:

$1,000 per/credit

Union:

N/A

Job Posting Close Date

N/A