Limited-Term Instructor of Swahili

Posting Number

F-PT/LT02057P

Limited-Term Instructor of Swahili

Franklin-Comparative Lit

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External

Employee

Benefits Eligible

08/01/2026

03/10/2026

Yes

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Portfolio
• Three References with Contact Information

This position is open until filled. For questions about the position, please contact:
Dr. Frans Weiser (frweiser).

Athens Area

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Limited Term Faculty (EX)

Instructor

None (position not eligible for annual contract)

Non-Tenure Track

M.A. in Language pedagogy, Linguistics, or Foundations of Education or related discipline by the time of appointment.

The Department of Comparative Literature and Intercultural Studies at the University of Georgia invites applications for a Limited-term Instructor of Swahili to begin in August 2026. The course load is up to 12 credit hours per semester, primarily focusing on Swahili language and culture instruction. Responsibilities include teaching, attending African language program meetings, and monitoring students. Limited-term faculty may be renewed annually for a maximum of two years.

Any request for reappointment beyond the second year requires pre-approval by the Provost.

• M.A. or PhD in Language pedagogy, Linguistics, or Foundations of Education or…